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Burqa law takes effect on September 23

Starting September 23, covering the face in public spaces will be prohibited, with penalties for violations of the new legislation.

24 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The new legislation known as the "burqa law" will take effect on September 23. This law establishes that covering the face in public spaces will be prohibited, also applying to figures of authority and public service workers.

With the enactment of this law, fines are expected for those who violate the regulation. Sanctions may be applied to individuals who refuse to show their faces in public places, a measure aimed at promoting security and identification.

In addition, the law also provides for harsher penalties for those who force others to cover their faces. This offense could result in fines or even imprisonment, depending on the severity of the situation.

Details regarding the application of the law and how authorities will monitor compliance with the new rules have yet to be fully clarified, but the focus will be on prevention and the control of violations.

The discussion surrounding the law has been intense, with various opinions both for and against its implementation, but the legislative decision has been made, and the law will be officially enforced from the announced date.

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