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Iranian Court Upholds Flogging Sentence for Singer's Hijab-Free Performance
An Iranian court has upheld a lashing sentence against vocalist Parastoo Ahmadi, who was convicted of offending public decency after performing in a sleeveless dress during a livestreamed concert. The case highlights ongoing tensions in Iran over dress codes and women's public expression.
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Iran's judiciary confirmed the flogging penalty against Ahmadi following her conviction on charges of violating the country's strict Islamic dress code standards. The singer performed without a hijab and wore a sleeveless dress during an online concert, which authorities deemed a breach of public decency laws.
The court's decision underscores Iran's enforcement of mandatory hijab requirements and broader restrictions on women's appearance in public settings. Ahmadi's case is among several instances in which Iranian authorities have prosecuted performers for noncompliance with dress codes during online or in-person events.
The conviction reflects the religious and cultural regulations that govern public conduct in Iran, where women are required by law to wear headscarves in public spaces and adhere to conservative dress standards. Such enforcement actions have drawn criticism from international human rights organizations.
The court's upholding of the sentence suggests Iranian authorities are maintaining their position on these regulations despite growing domestic and international scrutiny of such penalties.