Iran arrests singer Parastoo Ahmadi for online concert without hijab

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Iranian authorities have arrested singer Parastoo Ahmadi for performing an online concert without a hijab. The 27-year-old was taken into custody in Sari City after her concert, which featured a sleeveless dress, gained over 1.4 million views. Ahmadi's lawyer, Milad Panahipour, stated that the judiciary had filed a case against her prior to the arrest. Details about the charges, the arresting authorities, and her current location remain unclear. The concert, which included four male musicians, was posted online just before her arrest. Ahmadi expressed her desire to sing for her people in her concert announcement.


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