A Return to the Stolen Children in Tripoli

Aisha Sharif was abducted from England by her Libyan father, Khaled, 19 years ago. She attempted to escape during the Libyan uprising but failed. Her mother in Leicester has not heard from her since. Sky News reporter Lisa visits Aisha in Tripoli, but Khaled refuses to allow any contact between Aisha and her mother, accusing the mother of trying to kidnap Aisha. Despite persuasion, Khaled remains firm, and Aisha is quickly sent back inside. It is revealed that Aisha went to the port of her own free will.

What did Aisha's father refuse regarding her mother?

What was Aisha's situation when she went to the port?