In recent months, Iranians have seized opportunities to express their defiance against the clerical government's regulations, notably during an annual fire festival. This comes as a new hijab law, mandating the wearing of the Islamic headscarf, faces renewed opposition. On International Women's Day, a conservative lawmaker, Bankipour, announced a controversial measure where authorities would automatically deduct 30m Iranian rials from the bank accounts of those not complying with the hijab law. This move has sparked significant backlash, with women at the forefront of the protests, showcasing their resistance against the mandatory hijab law.
Another impressive example of an Iranian woman standing up to the clerics for their mandatory hijab law. https://t.co/PvESU4Z1vd
Valiance, voice and venom: Women making history in Iran @WashTimesOpEd https://t.co/HcGChmIDJQ
Last Friday, on International Women’s Day, conservative lawmaker Bankipour stated authorities would automatically deduct 30m Iranian rials from the bank accounts of those who fail to comply with the obligatory Islamic hijab law. https://t.co/5tN3ItOIXt
Iranian press review: New hijab law faces revived opposition https://t.co/qkUOwHPCM9
Iranians have looked for opportunities in recent months to display defiance against the rules of the clerical government. During an annual fire festival, many found a chance. https://t.co/4Ixi2H5bYN