Iran arrests singer Parastoo Ahmady for performing online concert without hijab

thedailybeast.com — December 15, 2024 at 09:00 PM UTC

Iranian authorities arrested singer Parastoo Ahmady after she performed a virtual concert on YouTube without a hijab. The 27-year-old was taken into custody in Sari City, following a case filed by the judiciary against her performance. Ahmady's video, which featured her singing in a sleeveless dress, has garnered over 1.9 million views. Under Iranian law, women must wear a hijab in public and are prohibited from singing solo in public settings. Two male musicians who accompanied Ahmady were also arrested. Her lawyer stated that the charges and details of her detention remain unclear.

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