What is the opinion of the sacred law regarding talking to a foreign girl about purely academic topics without ever touching on side issues or joking, except for any slip that may come from her and not from me, which I would quickly rectify? This conversation would be via phone, whether text or voice call. It is important to note that the majority of my classmates are female, making it difficult to find male study partners. I am unsure if this angers Allah Almighty or if these conversations are recorded in my deeds. I always feel deep regret after the conversation, even though I have not crossed any boundaries, but I am plagued by doubt and strive as much as I can not to commit any sin, whether major or minor.
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Peace be upon you. According to Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sistani (may Allah protect him): It is not forbidden to have a conversation while observing etiquette, avoiding softening the voice, and not discussing inappropriate topics between a man and a foreign woman. The prohibited joking and banter refers to what involves a lack of etiquette, softening the voice, and discussing inappropriate topics between a man and a foreign woman. According to Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Khamenei (may Allah protect him): There is no legitimate reason for a relationship between a man and a foreign woman. If the conversation leads to forbidden actions such as prohibited touching, looking, being alone with a foreign woman, or arousing desire, or if it results in harm or is intended for pleasure and suspicion, then it is not permissible. May you be successful in all good.