Telling the truth when being asked about a suitor

The first question of Fatwa no. 10737 A: A close friend of mine came to ask me about a man who wants to marry one of his relatives, should I tell him the truth knowing that it would not be in the interest of the suitor? What should I do knowing that if I lie to my friend, the consequences will not be good and may lead to the loss of our friendship?

A: It is obligatory that, if anyone asks about someone for a Shar‘y (Islamically lawful) interest, the person being asked should explain what they know about the person in question, based on actual reality. It is not permissible for them to lie to the questioner. May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.