Yasmin Levy, Israeli Singer: Parastoo Ahmadi is the 'Bravest' Artist

Reactions to the arrest and subsequent release of Parastoo Ahmadi, a young Iranian singer, and two accompanying musicians during a hypothetical concert at 'Caravansara' continue. Yasmin Levy, a famous Israeli singer and a familiar face for Iranian art enthusiasts, was among the artists who reacted to these arrests by the Islamic Republic. She told Voice of America that the 'real courage' of Parastoo Ahmadi lies in sharing this 'hypothetical concert.' Yasmin Levy adds that even though there were no spectators present at this performance, Parastoo's desire was to sing and be heard. According to Yasmin Levy, she realized this dream in a very clever, subtle, and completely 'legal' manner within the framework of her country's laws. This Israeli singer emphasizes that, in her view, the lack of mandatory hijab is of secondary importance. Yasmin Levy, expressing pride in Parastoo Ahmadi, states that she is also worried and does not know what will happen to her. This Israeli singer describes Parastoo Ahmadi as the 'bravest' person she knows, saying, 'I am nothing compared to you; you are the bravest among us.' In response to a question about the ban on Iranian women singing and the restrictions women face in some Middle Eastern countries, Yasmin Levy says that this issue bothers her so much that words cannot express it. She continues, 'I think if the world were run by women, we would have a beautiful world and a safe place to live; it is a shame that we do not allow women to speak, to speak freely, to vote, and to be free.' Yasmin Levy, noting that she does not intend to judge or insult anyone, states that these bitter realities about women's restrictions are truly 'painful.' The concert performed by Parastoo Ahmadi in one of Iran's caravansaries on Wednesday, 21 Azar, without mandatory hijab, and its live broadcast on YouTube, received significant attention on social media and global media. The judiciary of the Islamic Republic announced on Thursday, 22 Azar, that following the broadcast of the 'hypothetical concert in a caravansary,' which has been viewed by over two million people on YouTube, a legal case has been opened due to the 'performance of a group with a woman singing without adhering to legal and religious standards.' Support from Keyvan Saket for Parastoo Ahmadi: Music restrictions for women should be lifted. Maria: Regardless of the controversies, the focus should be on women's singing rights. The arrest and release of Parastoo Ahmadi at '3 AM' after a 'briefing session' at the security police. Mehran Aminian: Artists should support Parastoo Ahmadi and her companions. Praise for Parastoo Ahmadi's 'courage' by users; a legal case has been formed. A voice from the heart of history; Parastoo Ahmadi's concert without hijab in the heart of Iran.