Greek Minister Proposes Burqa Ban to Protect Minors from 'Coercion'

Greek Minister Proposes Burqa Ban to Protect Minors from 'Coercion'

Greece has launched a formal debate on banning the burqa in state-run facilities and schools, with Migration Minister Thanos Plevris saying that the move is necessary to shield young girls from community pressure and forced concealment. Speaking to broadcaster SKAI, Mr. Plevris clarified that the government is weighing restrictions on full-face coverings—the burqa and niqab—rather than the traditional headscarf.  He emphasized that the proposal is framed as a matter of human dignity and child...

By ANTHEE CARASSAVA