French Senate Approves Bill to Ban Headscarves in Sports

Frances Senate, dominated by right-wing members, has approved a bill to ban religious symbols, including the hijab, in all sports competitions. The legislation, which still requires approval from the National Assembly, aims to enforce secularism in professional and amateur sports. Critics, including left-wing senators and rights groups like Amnesty International, argue that the bill discriminates against Muslim women and infringes on personal freedoms. Supporters claim its necessary to prevent cmmunitarian temptations in sports arenas.