The Germans and French know that the Muslim burqa and hijab are for much more than modesty, but to oppress women in a distinctly Islamic way.
This is another reason Merkel refused to wear a hijab in Saudi Arabia.
Angela Merkel calls for burqa ban in Germany
Angela Merkel has called for a burqa ban in Germany and said the refugee crisis “must never be repeated” while making her pitch for a fourth term as Chancellor. Addressing her conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU) party, Ms Merkel said she would support a nationwide prohibition on Islamic veils covering the face.