The New York Times

The ‘Niqab Squad’ Wants Women to Be Seen Differently

A movement of Indonesian women promotes the niqab veil as a way to get closer to heaven and avoid sexual harassment. Others fear it reflects growing extremism. Ratu Elika, 20, during an afternoon ...
NPR

In Syria, Ban On Veil Raises Few Eyebrows

It's a small piece of cloth that has become a political symbol. As a loud and controversial debate continues over wearing the Muslim face veil in Europe, Syria quietly imposed curbs Sunday on the ...
Time

‘Now It’s a Sign of Protest:’ Muslim Women in Denmark Defy the Face Veil Ban

Sabina started wearing the niqab two years ago as a way to feel more connected to God. The face veil—a piece of fabric tied around the back of her head that only reveals her eyes—is a reminder of her ...
NPR

In Egypt, Muslim Women May Lose Right To Wear Veil

new debate is raging in Egypt over the niqab, that's the veil worn by some Muslim women that covers their face and body, except for their eyes. Debates over whether to allow head coverings have been ...