French President Macron's party calls for ban on young girls wearing Islamic veils and new law against 'Islamist entryism'
French President Macron's party calls for ban on young girls wearing Islamic veils and new law against 'Islamist entryism' following government report on Muslim Brotherhood's infiltration of institutions and communities to promote Sharia law.
Key Points
- Ban proposed on young girls wearing Islamic veils in public
- Call for new law against 'Islamist entryism'
- Report highlights Muslim Brotherhood's multi-generational campaign to infiltrate institutions
Pros
- Protecting gender equality and child protection principles
- Preventing coercion to wear the veil on minor daughters
- Addressing the subversive threat posed by the Muslim Brotherhood
Cons
- Potential backlash from certain political groups
- Concerns about targeting Muslim Brotherhood-tied groups