Iranian singer arrested for performing without headscarf during concert

sbs.com.au — December 15, 2024 at 02:01 AM UTC

Iranian singer Parastoo Ahmadi has been arrested for performing without a headscarf, violating the country's strict dress code. Her lawyer confirmed that she and two band members were detained after a concert streamed on YouTube. Ahmadi's performance featured her in a bare-shouldered dress, breaking several taboos. The concert was filmed outdoors in Iran, marking a shift from her previous indoor recitals. The arrests come amid ongoing tensions following protests sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini in 2022. Ahmadi has gained popularity for her songs supporting these protests.

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