France imposes Hijab ban for Olympic athletes, sparks outrage

France has decided to prohibit its Muslim female athletes from wearing a hijab during the ongoing 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The move has ignited controversy, with critics alleging French authorities of being discriminative and racist.

In recent years, the hijab



(headscarf worn by Muslim women) has become a focal point of contention in France.

Addressing the issue, French Olympic sprinter Sounkamba Sylla took to social media on July 25, mentioning she would not be allowed to participate in the opening ceremony because of her hijab.