August 2023
Taraneh Alidoosti Supports Mehdi Yarahy: Protest Art is the Right of Artists
Taraneh Alidoosti has publicly supported Mehdi Yarahy following his arrest for releasing a protest song against mandatory hijab. She emphasizes the importance of protest art…
Political Activists: The Government Ignites the Powder Keg of People's Anger Instead of Being Accountable
A group of Iranian political activists has issued a statement urging the government to stop creating an atmosphere of fear and intimidation in response to…
Member of Parliament: Actors Must Commit to Two Years of Hijab for Each Film; Indifference of Protesting Actors
A member of the Iranian parliament has mandated that actors must commit to wearing hijab for two years after each film, but many actors are…
Ban on Women's Entry to Afghanistan's National Park; Taliban: Leisure is Not Essential, Hijab is Mandatory
The Taliban has banned women from entering Afghanistan's Band-e Amir national park without proper hijab, citing the necessity of adherence to Islamic law. This decision…
Iranian Women's Muay Thai Team Competes Without Mandatory Hijab in Tashkent; Reactions: 'Legal Action' Will Be Taken
The Iranian Women's Muay Thai team participated in the Asian Championships in Tashkent without the mandatory hijab, leading to a backlash from the Iranian Martial…
Prediction by a Member of Parliament: The Hijab Law Will Be Implemented from October
A member of the Iranian Parliament announced that the controversial Hijab and Chastity law will be implemented starting in October, despite previous denials from other…
Ambiguity Surrounds the Status of the 'Chastity and Hijab' Bill; Guardian Council: It Seems the Committee's Review Has Not Yet Concluded
The status of the 'Chastity and Hijab' bill remains unclear as the Guardian Council states that the parliamentary committee has not completed its review. Conflicting…
Another Journalist Summoned for Publishing Images of Unveiled Women Dancing at Lidoma Festival in Tehran
Journalist Javad Heydarian has been summoned by Tehran's prosecutor for sharing images of unveiled women dancing at the Lidoma Festival. This incident highlights ongoing tensions…
A Lawyer: The 'Chastity and Hijab' Bill Will Increase Urban Violence in Iran
A lawyer has warned that the proposed 'Chastity and Hijab' bill could significantly increase urban violence in Iran. The bill includes strict regulations on women's…
Navid Mihandoost Before Going to Prison: They Do Not Distinguish Between Cultural and Security Issues
Navid Mihandoost, an Iranian filmmaker, has been sentenced to three years in prison for charges related to national security and propaganda against the state, stemming…
Iran's Share of Tourism Revenue: Less Than One Percent of Global Turnover; Iranians Boosting Tourism in Neighboring Countries
Iran's tourism revenue accounts for less than one percent of the global market, highlighting significant challenges in the sector. Neighboring countries are investing heavily in…
A Member of Parliament: The 'Mandatory Hijab' Bill Has Also Entered the Student Domain
A parliament member has raised concerns about the 'Chastity and Hijab' bill affecting students under 18, which includes punitive measures for non-compliance. The bill mandates…
Attack on a Christian Neighborhood in Pakistan Under the Pretext of 'Blasphemy'
A mob of Pakistani Muslims attacked a Christian neighborhood in Jaranwala, Punjab, burning a church and homes after accusations of blasphemy against a local Christian.…
According to a lawyer; Judge of the court that sentenced Afsaneh Bayegan 'dismissed'
A judge who sentenced actress Afsaneh Bayegan for not wearing a hijab has reportedly been dismissed. Bayegan received a two-year prison sentence and additional penalties…
The Dire Economic Situation and Rising Insecurity in the Country; Armed Theft of Cigarettes and Gum
Iran is experiencing a rise in petty thefts involving firearms, reflecting deepening economic issues and social unrest. Experts attribute these incidents to poverty, insecurity, and…
Nazila Maroufian Released on Bail: 'Do Not Accept Slavery, You Deserve the Best'
Nazila Maroufian, a journalist arrested for interviewing Mahsa Amini's father, was released on bail and publicly defied Iran's hijab law by posting a picture without…
A Member of the Legal and Judicial Commission: If the Hijab Bill Is Not Approved, a Flood Will Sweep Us Away
Hossein Ali Haji Deligani, a member of Iran's parliament, warns that the situation regarding hijab enforcement is deteriorating and urges swift action to prevent further…
Kareem Bagheri's Restaurant Closed for 'Not Observing Mandatory Hijab'
Kareem Bagheri's restaurant was shut down for not adhering to hijab regulations, reflecting a broader crackdown on athletes who supported protests against the Iranian government.…
Molavi Abdolhamid: The country's problems cannot be solved by issuing death sentences
Molavi Abdolhamid criticized the Iranian government's approach to solving the country's problems, emphasizing the need for dialogue and proper planning rather than repression. He highlighted…
Masoumeh Soleimani, Wrestling Champion, Sentenced to One Year in Prison
Masoumeh Soleimani, a 36-year-old wrestling champion, has been sentenced to one year in prison for allegedly inciting violence online, following her public support for a…
Mehdi Chamran Responds to Hiring of 'Hijab Guards' by Municipality: It's Not Enough, Police Must Be Involved
Tehran Municipality plans to hire 400 'hijab guards' to enforce mandatory hijab laws in the metro, with a monthly salary significantly higher than the minimum…
A Group of Political and Civil Activists: Participation in Elections is a Form of Deception
A group of political and civil activists in Iran has declared that participating in upcoming elections is a form of deception and a betrayal of…
Abulfazl Ghadiani: The Second Wave of the 'Women, Life, Freedom' Movement Will Soon Overthrow Khamenei and His Regime
Abulfazl Ghadiani, a political activist critical of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, asserts that the second wave of the 'Women, Life, Freedom' movement will eventually…
Government's Response to Migration Statistics Reporting: Budget Cuts and Eviction Order
The Iranian government has responded to the alarming migration statistics by cutting the budget and issuing an eviction order for the Iran Migration Observatory, where…
Continued Criticism of the 'Hijab and Chastity' Bill; A Lawyer Calls It 'Harmful and Horrific'
The Islamic Consultative Assembly's 'Hijab and Chastity' bill faces significant backlash from legal experts and former lawmakers, who argue it violates human rights and exacerbates…