Angela Merkel calls for burqa ban 'wherever legally possible' in Germany. 'The full-face veil should be banned, wherever it is legally possible,' Chancellor tells party. read more
Understandable, but wrong focus. Security is more important. Anyhow, Burqa is showing the middle finger to the western culture. read more
Angela Merkel's remarks today come a week after Dutch MPs voted to ban the full-face Islamic burka in some public places, such as schools and hospitals and on public transport. Here is the status of the garment in European countries: Britain There is no law restricting the wearing of garments for religious reasons. read more
German chancellor Angela Merkel has called for a ban on full veils in the country, during a speech at her party's conference on Tuesday. German chancellor Angela Merkel has called for a ban on full veils in the country, during a speech at her party's conference on Tuesday. read more