Iran has introduced a controversial law that strengthens compulsory hijab regulations, imposing severe penalties for non-compliance including the death penalty. The law, Protection of the Family through the Promotion of the Culture of Chastity and Hijab law, was approved on December 1, 2024, will be enforced starting Friday (Dec 13).

Iran's new Hijab law imposes death penalty, fines, and imprisonment for non-compliance

After his father-in-law sought their execution, a married Iranian man and his male lover were given the death penalty for adultery. The couple, who are 27 and 33 years old, are expected to be hung, even though the man's wife pleaded with the authorities to spare their lives.

Iran: Gay couple sentenced to death for adultery after family demanded execution

Have you heard about Iran's new censorship guidelines? They prohibit broadcasters from showing women doing these things - Having Pizzas - Eating Sandwiches - Drinking 'Red beverages' Palki Sharma gets you a report on the outdated guidelines.

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