Authorities in Iran arrested a female student on Saturday (Nov 2) after she staged a&nbsp;solo protest against harassment by stripping to her underwear&nbsp;outside her university, the news agency AFP reported early Sunday citing media reports.

The student, whose identity has not been revealed, was harassed inside the&nbsp;Islamic Azad University in Tehran by members of the Basij paramilitary force who ripped her headscarf and clothes, reports said.

<h2>The protest footage and student's arrest</h2>

Following the reported harassment, the student took off her clothes in protest&nbsp;and sat outside the university dressed in just her underwear before defiantly walking in the street to the astonishment of passers-by, videos on social media showed.

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The reports said that the video (of the student's protest) appeared to have been shot by onlookers in a neighbouring building. Another video showed her being bundled into a car by men in plain clothes and driven off to an undisclosed location.

The reports also alleged that&nbsp;the student was beaten during the arrest.

<h2>Release the student unconditionally: Amnesty International</h2>

On Saturday, Amnesty International reacted to the reports and urged Iranian authorities to unconditionally release the student.&nbsp;

"Iran's authorities must immediately and unconditionally release the university student who was violently arrested after she removed her clothes in protest against abusive enforcement of compulsory veiling by security officials," Amnesty International said in a post on X.

"Pending her release, authorities must protect her from torture and other ill-treatment and ensure access to family and lawyer," it added.

The rights group also said that the allegation of the student being beaten up during the arrest required an independent and impartial investigation.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Authorities in Iran arrested a female student on Saturday (Nov 2) after she staged a solo protest against harassment by stripping to her underwear outside her university, the news agency AFP reported early Sunday citing media reports.

Authorities in Iran arrested a female student on Saturday (Nov 2) after she staged a solo protest against harassment by stripping to her underwear outside her university, the news agency AFP reported early Sunday citing media reports. The student, whose identity has not been revealed, was harassed inside the Islamic Azad University in Tehran by members of the Basij paramilitary force who ripped her headscarf and clothes, reports said. The protest footage and student's arrest Following the reported harassment, the student took off her clothes in protest and sat outside the university dressed in just her underwear before defiantly walking in the street to the astonishment of passers-by, videos on social media showed. Also read | Who is Zara Esmaeili? Iranian artist arrested for singing without hijab in public The reports said that the video (of the student's protest) appeared to have been shot by onlookers in a neighbouring building. Another video showed her being bundled into a car by men in plain clothes and driven off to an undisclosed location. The reports also alleged that the student was beaten during the arrest. Release the student unconditionally: Amnesty International On Saturday, Amnesty International reacted to the reports and urged Iranian authorities to unconditionally release the student. "Iran's authorities must immediately and unconditionally release the university student who was violently arrested after she removed her clothes in protest against abusive enforcement of compulsory veiling by security officials," Amnesty International said in a post on X. "Pending her release, authorities must protect her from torture and other ill-treatment and ensure access to family and lawyer," it added. The rights group also said that the allegation of the student being beaten up during the arrest required an independent and impartial investigation. (With inputs from agencies)

Iranian student, who stripped to protest harassment, is arrested: Reports

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi wants to keep strict rules on women for hijab (headscarf) offences despite fierce protests in the country. According to a report by the German news agency dpa on Sunday (Apr 21), President Raisi said that respecting the hijab was not only a religious but also a political and legal obligation for Iranian women.

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi wants to keep strict rules on women for hijab (headscarf) offences despite fierce protests in the country. According to a report by the German news agency dpa on Sunday (Apr 21), President Raisi said that respecting the hijab was not only a religious but also a political and legal obligation for Iranian women. Raisi added that there was no doubt whatsoever that checks must continue to be carried out consistently. The president's remarks came more than a month after police and moral guardians in Iran once again stepped up a crackdown on headscarf violations. Also read | Iran escalates hijab crackdown, victims speak out against morality police abuse Videos on social media showed clashes between women and moral guards during some checks. Amini's death sparked nationwide protests The death of Iranian Kurdish woman Mahsa Amini in police custody in September 2022 sparked nationwide protests against the Islamic regime and its dress code. Amini was detained by the moral police because of an allegedly ill-fitting headscarf. A few days later, she died at the police station, allegedly as a result of police violence. Also watch | The West Asia Post: Hijab or economy? Iranians make the choice × Since her death, more and more Iranian women have ignored the mandatory headscarf rule, and hundreds have died in the protests. Women subjected to 'draconian' surveillance on hijab rules Last month, Amnesty International said that Iran was subjecting women to draconian surveillance on the hijab rules. In a report based on testimony from over 40 women inside Iran, Amnesty said that women were being targeted with "widespread surveillance" in public spaces and "mass police checks" targeting women drivers. "In a sinister attempt to wear down resistance to compulsory veiling... Iran's authorities are terrorising women and girls by subjecting them to constant surveillance and policing," said Diana Eltahawy, Amnesty's deputy director for the Middle East and North Africa. (With inputs from agencies)

Iran President Ebrahim Raisi wants to keep strict hijab rules despite fierce protests

Iran is reportedly considering implementing harsher laws that could put women behind bars for up to 10 years if they continue to defy the country's mandatory hijab law.&nbsp;

As per the Guardian, under these proposed stricter dress code regulations, even businesses that serve women without a hijab could face shutdowns.

The United Nations have described these measures as "gender apartheid." Here's what you need to know.

<h2>Iran's 'gender apartheid' law</h2>

As per reports, the new draft law contains harsh sentences that are comparable to those imposed on murderers and drug traffickers.

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It includes severe penalties, such as more than 60 lashes, heavy fines, and lengthy prison sentences.&nbsp;

Hossein Raeesi, an Iranian human rights lawyer, says, "That's ridiculous to even think about."

The draft law also warns businesses of possible closure and other serious consequences if they serve women with "improper dress code."

<h2>A tightening noose?</h2>

Security and women's rights activists allege that Iranian authorities are investing in smart cameras with facial recognition technology, which can also send alerts when large gatherings occur.&nbsp;

Additionally, security forces are said to be setting up more checkpoints to detain women who do not comply with the dress code, those planning to protest on the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death.

These stricter regulations, as per the Guardian, coincide with increased patrolling by Iran's so-called "morality police" and further "gender segregation" in various public spaces, including universities, hospitals, parks, and workplaces.&nbsp;

A group of experts appointed by the UN Human Rights Council see this as an apparent attempt at "suppressing women and girls into total submission."

Iranian women agree.&nbsp;

Talking to the Guardian, an Iranian journalist said: "With the new law, the government is telling us women that we will go to prison for up to 10 years if we don't wear a hijab. What next? A death penalty for defying the new hijab law?"

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Another Iranian woman feels like the government wants to "erase women from society."

"The Islamic Republic has taken a cue from the Taliban to slowly ban us from public places. They want to erase women from society," said the Tehran-based finance student.

Human Rights Activists in Iran (HRA) reported that the new law is under review by Iran's Guardian Council — a powerful body responsible for vetting legislation and overseeing elections.&nbsp;

If they endorse the bill, it would return to parliament and could come into effect as early as October, said HRA.

This development comes a year after the death of 22-year-old&nbsp;Amini, who died in custody after being detained for allegedly wearing the Islamic headscarf incorrectly. Her death, reportedly due to police beatings, triggered a long wave of protests and significant unrest in Iran.

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Iran is reportedly considering implementing harsher laws that could put women behind bars for up to 10 years if they continue to defy the country's mandatory hijab law. As per the Guardian, under these proposed stricter dress code regulations, even businesses that serve women without a hijab could face shutdowns. The United Nations have described these measures as "gender apartheid." Here's what you need to know. Iran's 'gender apartheid' law As per reports, the new draft law contains harsh sentences that are comparable to those imposed on murderers and drug traffickers. Also read | Iran: Two female journalists sentenced to prison over 'conspiracy and collusion' It includes severe penalties, such as more than 60 lashes, heavy fines, and lengthy prison sentences. Hossein Raeesi, an Iranian human rights lawyer, says, "That's ridiculous to even think about." The draft law also warns businesses of possible closure and other serious consequences if they serve women with "improper dress code." A tightening noose? Security and women's rights activists allege that Iranian authorities are investing in smart cameras with facial recognition technology, which can also send alerts when large gatherings occur. Additionally, security forces are said to be setting up more checkpoints to detain women who do not comply with the dress code, those planning to protest on the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death. These stricter regulations, as per the Guardian, coincide with increased patrolling by Iran's so-called "morality police" and further "gender segregation" in various public spaces, including universities, hospitals, parks, and workplaces. A group of experts appointed by the UN Human Rights Council see this as an apparent attempt at "suppressing women and girls into total submission." Iranian women agree. Talking to the Guardian, an Iranian journalist said: "With the new law, the government is telling us women that we will go to prison for up to 10 years if we don't wear a hijab. What next? A death penalty for defying the new hijab law?" Also read | Iran shuts down water park over violation of hijab law: Media Another Iranian woman feels like the government wants to "erase women from society." "The Islamic Republic has taken a cue from the Taliban to slowly ban us from public places. They want to erase women from society," said the Tehran-based finance student. Human Rights Activists in Iran (HRA) reported that the new law is under review by Iran's Guardian Council — a powerful body responsible for vetting legislation and overseeing elections. If they endorse the bill, it would return to parliament and could come into effect as early as October, said HRA. This development comes a year after the death of 22-year-old Amini, who died in custody after being detained for allegedly wearing the Islamic headscarf incorrectly. Her death, reportedly due to police beatings, triggered a long wave of protests and significant unrest in Iran. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

'Gender apartheid'? Iran proposes harsher punishment, up to 10 years in prison for violating hijab laws

One year ago, on September 13, 22-year-old Iranian woman Mahsa Amini was detained by Iran's so-called 'morality police,' allegedly for wearing Hijab, the Islamic headscarf incorrectly. Three days later, on 16th September 2022, Amini died in custody, reportedly due to police beatings.&nbsp;

Her death had triggered significant unrest in Iran, which soon spiralled into some of the worst political turmoil seen by the nation since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.&nbsp;

One year since Amini's death, has anything changed in Iran? How are Iranian women faring? Let's have a look.

<h2>Women and Iran's Hijab laws now</h2>

Mahsa Amini's death had sparked massive protests within the nation and outside. These protests had initially been difficult to subdue, reports Reuters. The morality police had also, for a large part, disappeared from Iran's streets.

However, as time went on and the protests fizzled out, they returned to the streets, their surveillance activities stronger than ever. Over time, surveillance cameras were installed across public spaces to identify and penalise unveiled women.

Now, in the latest turn of event, authorities in Iran have come up with a draft law that seeks to put women behind bars for up to 10 years for continuing to defy the country's mandatory hijab law.&nbsp;

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The stricter dress code regulations which have been described by the United Nations as “gender apartheid” propose harsh sentences that are comparable to those imposed on murderers and drug traffickers.

As per the Guardian, under these proposed women found in violation of the mandatory Hijab law would face harsh and severe penalties, such as more than 60 lashes, heavy fines, and lengthy prison sentences.&nbsp;

Hossein Raeesi, an Iranian human rights lawyer, says, “That's ridiculous to even think about.”

The draft law also warns businesses of possible closure and other serious consequences if they serve women with “improper dress code.”

A group of experts appointed by the UN Human Rights Council see this as an apparent attempt at “suppressing women and girls into total submission,” and have labelled the draft law “gender apartheid”.

<h2>The noose is tightening, allege rights activists</h2>

Security and women's rights activists as per The Guardian have alleged that Iranian authorities are investing in smart cameras with facial recognition technology. These cameras can reportedly also alert authorities of protests and are capable of sending alerts when large gatherings occur.&nbsp;

Additionally, as per Kurdish residents of Amini's home town, Saqqez, security forces are setting up more checkpoints to detain women who do not comply with the dress code. They are also seeking to use these checkpoints to detain Iranians who are planning on protesting on the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death.

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Furthermore, in Iran there has been increased patrolling by Iran's so-called “morality police” and further “gender segregation” in various public spaces, including universities, hospitals, parks, and workplaces.&nbsp;

Recently, the Mojhaye Khoroushan water park — located on the outskirts of Iran's northeastern holy city of Mashhad, where the eighth Imam of Shiite Islam's shrine is also situated — was shut down after reportedly allowing women to visit the place without the mandatory headscarf.

<h2>What the Iranian women think</h2>

Iranian women feel like the government wants to “erase women from society.”&nbsp;

“With the new law, the government is telling us women that we will go to prison for up to 10 years if we don't wear a hijab. What next? A death penalty for defying the new hijab law?,” said an Iranian journalist while talking to the Guardian.

Another Iranian woman, a Tehran-based finance student, said: “The Islamic Republic has taken a cue from the Taliban to slowly ban us from public places. They want to erase women from society.”

<h2>Will the draft law be passed?</h2>

As per an organisation called Human Rights Activists in Iran (HRA), the new law is under review by Iran's Guardian Council — a powerful body responsible for vetting legislation and overseeing elections.&nbsp;

If they endorse the bill, it would return to parliament and could come into effect as early as October, said HRA.

<h2>The veil conundrum</h2>

Authorities in Iran describe the Islamic veil as “one of the principles of the Islamic Republic”.

Iranian officials have for the most part of the last one year have blamed “foreign foes”, notably the United States and Israel, for the unrest over Hijab laws.

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Recent weeks have seen journalists, lawyers, activists, students, academics, artists, public figures and family members of killed protesters, especially among ethnic minorities, being targeted by the authorities.

Outside Iran, the Western society disagrees, and many nations have imposed sanctions on the West-Asian country and on dozens of Iranian officials. These sanctions, as per Reuters, have further strained Iran's already difficult ties with foreign countries.

Inside Iran, many citizens say that the number of unveiled women is continuing to grow, which could be why the nation's Parliament is considering the new, harsher punishments for anyone flouting the dress code.

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One year ago, on September 13, 22-year-old Iranian woman Mahsa Amini was detained by Iran's so-called 'morality police,' allegedly for wearing Hijab, the Islamic headscarf incorrectly.

One year ago, on September 13, 22-year-old Iranian woman Mahsa Amini was detained by Iran's so-called 'morality police,' allegedly for wearing Hijab, the Islamic headscarf incorrectly. Three days later, on 16th September 2022, Amini died in custody, reportedly due to police beatings. Her death had triggered significant unrest in Iran, which soon spiralled into some of the worst political turmoil seen by the nation since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. One year since Amini's death, has anything changed in Iran? How are Iranian women faring? Let's have a look. Women and Iran's Hijab laws now Mahsa Amini's death had sparked massive protests within the nation and outside. These protests had initially been difficult to subdue, reports Reuters. The morality police had also, for a large part, disappeared from Iran's streets. However, as time went on and the protests fizzled out, they returned to the streets, their surveillance activities stronger than ever. Over time, surveillance cameras were installed across public spaces to identify and penalise unveiled women. Now, in the latest turn of event, authorities in Iran have come up with a draft law that seeks to put women behind bars for up to 10 years for continuing to defy the country's mandatory hijab law. Also read | 'Gender apartheid'? Iran proposes harsher laws, including up to 10 years in prison for violating Hijab laws The stricter dress code regulations which have been described by the United Nations as “gender apartheid” propose harsh sentences that are comparable to those imposed on murderers and drug traffickers. As per the Guardian, under these proposed women found in violation of the mandatory Hijab law would face harsh and severe penalties, such as more than 60 lashes, heavy fines, and lengthy prison sentences. Hossein Raeesi, an Iranian human rights lawyer, says, “That's ridiculous to even think about.” The draft law also warns businesses of possible closure and other serious consequences if they serve women with “improper dress code.” A group of experts appointed by the UN Human Rights Council see this as an apparent attempt at “suppressing women and girls into total submission,” and have labelled the draft law “gender apartheid”. The noose is tightening, allege rights activists Security and women's rights activists as per The Guardian have alleged that Iranian authorities are investing in smart cameras with facial recognition technology. These cameras can reportedly also alert authorities of protests and are capable of sending alerts when large gatherings occur. Additionally, as per Kurdish residents of Amini's home town, Saqqez, security forces are setting up more checkpoints to detain women who do not comply with the dress code. They are also seeking to use these checkpoints to detain Iranians who are planning on protesting on the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death. Also read | Iran: Two female journalists sentenced to prison over 'conspiracy and collusion' Furthermore, in Iran there has been increased patrolling by Iran's so-called “morality police” and further “gender segregation” in various public spaces, including universities, hospitals, parks, and workplaces. Recently, the Mojhaye Khoroushan water park — located on the outskirts of Iran's northeastern holy city of Mashhad, where the eighth Imam of Shiite Islam's shrine is also situated — was shut down after reportedly allowing women to visit the place without the mandatory headscarf. What the Iranian women think Iranian women feel like the government wants to “erase women from society.” “With the new law, the government is telling us women that we will go to prison for up to 10 years if we don't wear a hijab. What next? A death penalty for defying the new hijab law?,” said an Iranian journalist while talking to the Guardian. Another Iranian woman, a Tehran-based finance student, said: “The Islamic Republic has taken a cue from the Taliban to slowly ban us from public places. They want to erase women from society.” Will the draft law be passed? As per an organisation called Human Rights Activists in Iran (HRA), the new law is under review by Iran's Guardian Council — a powerful body responsible for vetting legislation and overseeing elections. If they endorse the bill, it would return to parliament and could come into effect as early as October, said HRA. The veil conundrum Authorities in Iran describe the Islamic veil as “one of the principles of the Islamic Republic”. Iranian officials have for the most part of the last one year have blamed “foreign foes”, notably the United States and Israel, for the unrest over Hijab laws. Also read | Iran shuts down water park over violation of hijab law: Media Recent weeks have seen journalists, lawyers, activists, students, academics, artists, public figures and family members of killed protesters, especially among ethnic minorities, being targeted by the authorities. Outside Iran, the Western society disagrees, and many nations have imposed sanctions on the West-Asian country and on dozens of Iranian officials. These sanctions, as per Reuters, have further strained Iran's already difficult ties with foreign countries. Inside Iran, many citizens say that the number of unveiled women is continuing to grow, which could be why the nation's Parliament is considering the new, harsher punishments for anyone flouting the dress code. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Explained | A year after Mahsa Amini's death at the hands of morality police, how are Iranian women faring?

Iran's government is forcing women to seek psychiatric help as part of their efforts to enforce laws that mandate covering their heads, often with hijab.&nbsp;

Healthcare organisations have cautioned that the country's judiciary is misusing psychological treatments, while others view this action as a sign of the government's struggle to maintain hijab rules, France24 reported.

In a defiant gesture, Iranian actress Afsaneh Bayegan&nbsp;posted photos of her hair without a hijab on Instagram and recently appeared at a public event in a similar manner. In response, Bayegan, aged 61, received a two-year suspended prison sentence and was instructed to attend a "psychological centre" weekly for the treatment of her supposed "anti-family personality disorder".

In another incident, a woman in Tehran was reportedly sentenced to a month of cleaning corpses in a morgue after being caught driving without a hijab.

Following the death of Mahsa Al Amini in September 2022, who was detained by Iran's morality police for her "improper" headscarf, many Iranian women have opted to show their hair in public as a mark of defiance.&nbsp;

The movement has garnered support from Iranian celebrities, athletes, and actresses.

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Early on in July, a Tehran court handed down a sentence of two months in prison and six months of psychological treatment to a woman, citing a "contagious psychological disorder leading to sexual promiscuity" due to her failure to wear a hijab.

The increasing trend of sentences requiring women to undergo psychological treatment has raised concerns within the Iranian psychiatric community.&nbsp;

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In an open letter to Gholam-Hossein Mohseni Ejei, the head of the country's judiciary, the presidents of four mental health organisations accused the authorities of exploiting psychiatry for ulterior motives.

"Diagnosing mental health disorders is the responsibility of psychiatrists, not judges," they decried, according to France24.

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Iran's government is forcing women to seek psychiatric help as part of their efforts to enforce laws that mandate covering their heads, often with hijab. Healthcare organisations have cautioned that the country's judiciary is misusing psychological treatments, while others view this action as a sign of the government's struggle to maintain hijab rules, France24 reported.

Iran's government is forcing women to seek psychiatric help as part of their efforts to enforce laws that mandate covering their heads, often with hijab. Healthcare organisations have cautioned that the country's judiciary is misusing psychological treatments, while others view this action as a sign of the government's struggle to maintain hijab rules, France24 reported. In a defiant gesture, Iranian actress Afsaneh Bayegan posted photos of her hair without a hijab on Instagram and recently appeared at a public event in a similar manner. In response, Bayegan, aged 61, received a two-year suspended prison sentence and was instructed to attend a "psychological centre" weekly for the treatment of her supposed "anti-family personality disorder". In another incident, a woman in Tehran was reportedly sentenced to a month of cleaning corpses in a morgue after being caught driving without a hijab. Following the death of Mahsa Al Amini in September 2022, who was detained by Iran's morality police for her "improper" headscarf, many Iranian women have opted to show their hair in public as a mark of defiance. The movement has garnered support from Iranian celebrities, athletes, and actresses. Also watch | Gravitas: Iran: Women's rights become the battleground × Early on in July, a Tehran court handed down a sentence of two months in prison and six months of psychological treatment to a woman, citing a "contagious psychological disorder leading to sexual promiscuity" due to her failure to wear a hijab. The increasing trend of sentences requiring women to undergo psychological treatment has raised concerns within the Iranian psychiatric community. Also read | Iran issues 'no hijab means no medical care' circular In an open letter to Gholam-Hossein Mohseni Ejei, the head of the country's judiciary, the presidents of four mental health organisations accused the authorities of exploiting psychiatry for ulterior motives. "Diagnosing mental health disorders is the responsibility of psychiatrists, not judges," they decried, according to France24. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Iran sends women defying hijab rule for psychiatric help

Multiple Iranian media reports citing officials have confirmed the death of a 59-year-old Iranian woman after she had a cardiac arrest in a hospital, on Monday (April 24). The semi-official Fars news agency confirmed the death but described the conflict as a fight between “several passengers and a group of people.”&nbsp;

The report by Fars also said that police have detained several people in connection with the incident. A report by Iran International, citing footage of the incident said that the scuffles took place at the parking lot of Mahan Garden which is a tourist attraction in the country’s Eastern Kerman Province while the victim and her family are said to be visitors from the southern port city of Bandar Abbas.

The video in question was reportedly taken from a bus which carried the Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) affiliated Basij militia members and their families who were in Kerman to visit the grave of military officer Qassem Soleimani who was assassinated in 2020, reported Iran International.&nbsp;

The fighting broke out after vigilantes assaulted a member of the victim’s family over her hijab, said the media report. It also suggested that it was a Basij member who ordered the woman’s family member to cover her hair.&nbsp;

The governor of Kerman, Ali Babaei described the incident as a “mass conflict” which was sparked by personal issues and confirmed the death of a 59-year-old woman and the injury of several others. So far, police have detained several people in relation to the incident, said the governor without giving any further details.&nbsp;The identity of the victim has also not been disclosed.&nbsp;

The incident has also prompted an investigation where judiciary official, Yousef Sobhani, said “any possible crime would be seriously dealt with,” as quoted by Iran International. Iran has recently intensified its crackdown on women not wearing a headscarf.&nbsp;

Some of the steps reportedly include shutting businesses if their customers do not comply with the hijab law and sending “hijab warning” text messages to nearly everyone who uses a mobile phone, including some men.&nbsp;

Earlier this month, two women were arrested in Iran for not wearing the hijab after a rowdy man created a ruckus and attacked the duo with what seemingly appears to be yoghurt in the northwest city of Mashad. Iran’s judiciary said the two women were arrested for flouting the country’s hijab mandate while the man was also detained for disturbing the public order.&nbsp; 
 
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Multiple Iranian media reports citing officials have confirmed the death of a 59-year-old Iranian woman after she had a cardiac arrest in a hospital, on Monday (April 24).

Multiple Iranian media reports citing officials have confirmed the death of a 59-year-old Iranian woman after she had a cardiac arrest in a hospital, on Monday (April 24). The semi-official Fars news agency confirmed the death but described the conflict as a fight between “several passengers and a group of people.” The report by Fars also said that police have detained several people in connection with the incident. A report by Iran International, citing footage of the incident said that the scuffles took place at the parking lot of Mahan Garden which is a tourist attraction in the country’s Eastern Kerman Province while the victim and her family are said to be visitors from the southern port city of Bandar Abbas. The video in question was reportedly taken from a bus which carried the Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) affiliated Basij militia members and their families who were in Kerman to visit the grave of military officer Qassem Soleimani who was assassinated in 2020, reported Iran International. The fighting broke out after vigilantes assaulted a member of the victim’s family over her hijab, said the media report. It also suggested that it was a Basij member who ordered the woman’s family member to cover her hair. The governor of Kerman, Ali Babaei described the incident as a “mass conflict” which was sparked by personal issues and confirmed the death of a 59-year-old woman and the injury of several others. So far, police have detained several people in relation to the incident, said the governor without giving any further details. The identity of the victim has also not been disclosed. The incident has also prompted an investigation where judiciary official, Yousef Sobhani, said “any possible crime would be seriously dealt with,” as quoted by Iran International. Iran has recently intensified its crackdown on women not wearing a headscarf. Some of the steps reportedly include shutting businesses if their customers do not comply with the hijab law and sending “hijab warning” text messages to nearly everyone who uses a mobile phone, including some men. Earlier this month, two women were arrested in Iran for not wearing the hijab after a rowdy man created a ruckus and attacked the duo with what seemingly appears to be yoghurt in the northwest city of Mashad. Iran’s judiciary said the two women were arrested for flouting the country’s hijab mandate while the man was also detained for disturbing the public order. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Iranian woman dies of heart attack after fighting erupted over hijab rule: Reports

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