Is it permissible to maintain family ties by telephone?

Question:
In his second question, he asks: Is it permissible to maintain family ties via the telephone?

Answer:
Yes, this is part of maintaining family ties. A telephone call, and writing by pen, are all part of maintaining ties. If he writes to his brother, or his uncle, or a relative, asking about his health and his condition, or speaks to him by telephone, it is all good, and it is all part of maintaining ties.