Introduction A year after the Iranian regime cracked down on the antiregime "hijab protests," it continues its efforts to force women to wear the hijab, via legislation, punishments, and fines. In addition to calling on the public to report violations to the authorities, it surveils public spaces via CCTV and holds public conferences and conducts information outreach in the
The Iranian parliament is planning to introduce new articles to the Islamic Penal Code which would criminalise expressing opinions on social networks . If approved, this will further limit freedo.
“No, my cat is not dangerous,” says Iranian animal lover Mostafa, outraged by a proposal from ultraconservative lawmakers to ban pets. The 25-year-old, who runs a pet supplies shop on busy Eskandari Street in downtown Tehran, is stunned.
TEHRAN, Iran "No, my cat is not dangerous," says Iranian animal lover Mostafa, outraged by a proposal from ultraconservative lawmakers to ban pets.
AFP/ MANILA BULLETIN The 25-year-old, who runs a pet supplies shop on busy Eskandari Street in downtown Tehran, is stunned. "Crocodiles can be c
TEHRAN, Dec 14 “No, my cat is not dangerous,” says Iranian animal lover Mostafa, outraged by a proposal from ultraconservative lawmakers to ban pets. The 25-year-old, who runs a pet supplies shop on busy Eskandari Street in downtown Tehran, is stunned. “Crocodiles can be called.