Minaret ban rebuffed by the Senate

Swiss Info
June 5, 2009

http://www.islamist-watch.org/1781/minaret-ban-rebuffed-by-the-senate

Excerpt:

A proposal by rightwing groups to ban new minarets in Switzerland has been overwhelmingly dismissed in parliament.

The Senate on Friday decided 36-3 to recommend rejection of the controversial initiative that will come to a nationwide vote at a later date.

Most speakers pointed out that the proposal went against international law and constitutional principles. They also said it was damaging for Switzerland's international reputation and its trade relations with Muslim countries.

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