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Bill that would ban headscarves in all sporting competitions in France reignites secularism debate

Thousands of young Muslim women in France are side-lined from competitive sport because of rules in several disciplines, including basketball, that ban kits and clothing carrying a religious or political significance - rules critics say disproportionately target hijab-wearing Muslim athletes. Now, a contentious bill backed by right-wing politicians that would ban headscarves in all sporting competitions has cleared its first legislative hurdle in the Senate. 
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Create Date: 5/26/2025 5:01:04 AM 
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