Portugal has enforced a new law banning full face coverings in public places.
According to reports, the country’s president has approved the legislation, which was passed with the support of far-right political parties.
Under the new law, people who violate the ban on full face coverings could face fines ranging from €150 to €3,000.
The law applies to clothing that completely covers a person’s face and also affects the niqab worn by some Muslim women.
The move has sparked debate, with supporters citing public safety and identification concerns, while critics have raised questions about its impact on religious freedom and Muslim women.