Italy to Ban Burqas in Schools and Limit Foreign Pupils

Italy is preparing measures to ban burqas in schools and limit the number of foreign pupils, according to government plans. Supporters say the proposals would strengthen integration, security, and social cohesion, while critics argue they could stigmatize Muslim communities and discriminate against immigrant children. The measures are expected to trigger legal and political challenges, particularly over religious freedom and equal access to education. Parliament will determine how the proposals are drafted, implemented, and tested against Italy’s constitutional obligations and international standards