Iranian women defiant against compulsory hijab | Asia | An in-depth look at news from across the continent | DW

A new wave of protests against the compulsory wearing of hijab has spread across Iran, resulting in the arrests of dozens of women. The government has accused the protesters of being under the influence of drugs.

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