Italian government approves 30% cap on foreign students and burqa ban in schools

Published September 24, 2026 5:13pm ET



The Italian government on Thursday approved rules capping the number of students without Italian citizenship in each classroom at 30%, as well as banning burqas and niqabs.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni first announced her plans to implement such rules on Sunday during a gathering of her conservative Brothers of Italy party in Rome.

Already a print subscriber? Click here to login/register your account

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.