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The NIQAB: What It Really Means to Women Who Choose to Wear It
In many communities, the niqab is a long-standing practice that connects women to their ancestors and cultural roots. Wearing ...
BBC5 年
Tunisia bans niqab in government buildings
The niqab is worn by some Muslim women as an interpretation of modest dress and as a symbol of religious faith. Tunisia's long-time ruler Zine al-Abidine Ben Ali banned the niqab and hijab in ...
BBC6 年
Israeli 'Freedom is basic' niqab advert criticised
An advert for an Israeli clothing company which shows a woman ripping off a niqab and headscarf, has been heavily criticised online. The ad, for clothing brand Hoodies, opens with a caption ...
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Dagestan's niqab ban sparks controversy after deadly attacks
On Wednesday (July 3), a ban on wearing the niqab, a Muslim head covering for women, was introduced. This is surprising given that followers of Islam predominantly inhabit the area. On Sunday ...