Face Veil Ban Passed in Portugal

Portugal's parliament banned face veils for gender or religious reasons in public.
Bill proposed by far-right Chega party prohibits burqas and niqabs in public.
Exceptions include planes, diplomatic sites, and places of worship.
Portugal joins Austria, France, Belgium, and Netherlands in face covering bans.
Opposition claims bill discriminates against foreigners and faiths.

Law | Religion | Discrimination

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2 weeks ago