Meloni Promises to Ban Burqas and Niqabs in Italy's Schools
The move comes as Italy's prime minister faces an election challenge from a far-right rival party, according to Al Jazeera.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has promised to ban burqas and niqabs in the country's schools, according to Al Jazeera.
Meloni, whose government is Italy's longest-serving since World War Two, faces an election threat from a far-right rival party, Al Jazeera reported.
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