Dec. 17, 2024

As Iran's top council pauses new hijab law, some warn of ‘tyranny’

Iran/Society

The story: The implementation of a controversial new law which mandates stricter enforcement of the Islamic dress code has been put on hold by Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC). The move—which has raised eyebrows—comes after widespread criticism of the legislation. Many have credited Reformist President Masoud Pezeshkian, who chairs the top decision-making council, for the feat. At the same time, the maneuver has raised questions among critics who say...

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