Iran arrests singer Parastoo Ahmady for performing without hijab in virtual concert

timesofindia.indiatimes.com — December 15, 2024 at 10:00 AM UTC

Iranian singer Parastoo Ahmady was arrested after performing a virtual concert on YouTube without a hijab. The concert, which received over 1.6 million views, violated Iran's strict dress code for women. Two of her band members were also detained. Ahmady's performance took place in Sari City, where she sang in a sleeveless black dress. Her arrest follows a case filed by the judiciary regarding her appearance. The specific charges against her remain unclear. This incident highlights ongoing restrictions on female performers in Iran, where women have faced increasing limitations since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. The arrest comes amid a broader crackdown on women's rights following protests in 2022.

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