Animated advert for modest clothing brand sparks controversy and Islamophobic criticism among social media users and ...

No symbol is so linked to Muslim women as that of “the veil.” Whether a simple headscarf or a head-to-toe cover such as the chaddor or burka, Muslim women’s covered dress has meaning for many far ...

Paris: A recent advertisement by the Islamic clothing brand Merrachi has ignited a heated debate in France. The ...

An ad featuring hijab covering the Eiffel Tower has stoked a controversy, with French politicians calling for action against Dutch fashion brand Merrachi.

A woman's right not to wear the Islamic veil has become a hot topic in Bangladesh, with three high court rulings in less than six months banning "forced veiling" in the Muslim-majority country.

In a sudden change in stance, Germany’s Chancellor Angela Merkel did a complete U-turn by making her first public call for banning burkas or full Islamic veils. "The wearing of burkas should be ...