AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – The Dutch government has announced a nationwide ban on wearing burqas in all public places, including schools, public transportation, and hospitals.
According to officials, the ban is aimed at promoting social cohesion and national security. The government has cited concerns that face-covering clothing can pose a threat to public safety and hinder social integration.
Human rights groups have expressed concerns about the potential impact on Muslim women, while others argue that the ban is necessary for public safety and social integration.
