Full-face veils banned in Portugal after president signs ‘burqa law’

Portuguese President António José Seguro has officially signed into law a bill banning face-concealing attire in public spaces, with the move seen targeting the full-face Islamic veils like the burqa and niqab. Addressing the national debate, President Seguro framed the decision around human interaction, stating: “The face should be considered a central element of human … Continue reading Full-face veils banned in Portugal after president signs ‘burqa law’