Macron’s party moots banning headscarves in public for under-15s

Emmanuel Macron's centrist party is pushing for a ban on girls under 15 wearing the Muslim headscarf in public places as part of efforts to combat what they describe as "political Islamism" in France. The move follows a report commissioned by Macron last year, which found that the Muslim Brotherhood poses significant threats to national cohesion and societal stability. While the report's findings are being debated, some on the left criticize the proposals as reinforcing far-right views. The proposals align with Macron's broader strategy of addressing religious extremism, including past bans on religious symbols in public spaces like schools and sports competitions.