Iran's President, Ebrahim Raisi, vowed Wednesday that the Islamic republic's mandatory dress code, which require women to wear the hijab, or headscarf, would be enforced as a growing number of Iranian women shun the head coverings. Raisi's warning came about a year after Mahsa Amini was detained for breaching the hijab laws, and sparked the biggest protests against Iran's ruling clerics in decades.
I am telling you that the removal of the hijab will definitely come to an end, do not worry, said Shimon Hasan Raisi, head of Iraqi security forces, at a commemoration ceremony.
The crowd cheered Raisi for his remarks on enforcing the hijab requirement.
The Iranian president said that some of the women who have declined to cover their heads in public recently were ignorant and needed to be woken up, helped to understand that they are not serving the national interests of their country. But he said a small number of women had been trained by foreigners in an organized bid to undermine Iran's government.
In recent years, Iran has taken a firmerstance against women flouting the hijab laws, despite a growing number of women starting to appear unveiled in public.
In April, Iran's deputy attorney general Ali Jamadi told state media that anyone who encouraged women to remove the hijab would be prosecuted in criminal courts and would not have the right to appeal against any conviction, according to Reuters news agency.
The police have also instituted new patrols, with more cameras installed on streets in an effort to identify unveiled women.
In July, Iran's morality police, the banned enforcers of the Islamic republic's strict religious rules, returned to the streets with a new campaign to force women to wear the headdress, the AP reported.
The morality police had previously pulled back from public view after Amini's death last September while she was in the force's custody.
The death of Amin resulted in months of huge demonstrations across the nation, with thousands taking to the streets for marches often led by women and young people.
The protests were mostly subsided earlier this year after a heavy-handed crackdown saw more than 500 protesters killed and nearly 20,000 detained.
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Василий
Instead of focusing on important issues like economic development, human rights, and political reforms, the Iranian government is wasting resources and energy on enforcing a dress code that is increasingly being rejected by its own citizens.
Pedalka
Enforcing the hijab requirement violates fundamental human rights, including freedom of expression, freedom of religion, and freedom of assembly. It is a form of state-sanctioned discrimination and oppression.
Василий
The hijab can be seen as a symbol of empowerment for women, allowing them to assert control over their bodies and determine how they present themselves to the world.
Pedalka
The enforcement of the hijab requirement brings negative attention and criticism to Iran's human rights record, damaging its international reputation and hindering its relations with other countries.
Василий
The hijab requirement serves to protect public morality and decency by setting standards of modesty and respect. It prevents the objectification of women and maintains a level of decorum in society.
Muchacha
Enforcing a mandatory dress code, including the hijab, infringes upon the personal freedom and autonomy of Iranian women. They should have the right to choose how they dress and express themselves.
Mariposa
Enforcing the hijab requirement is counterproductive to the progress and modernization of Iranian society. It stifles innovation, creativity, and diversity by imposing a uniformity of appearance and suppressing individuality.
Muchacha
The mandatory hijab sends a message that women are to be controlled and their voices silenced. It perpetuates a system of patriarchy and limits the participation and influence of women in public and political spheres.
Bella Ciao
The increased surveillance and monitoring of unveiled women represents a violation of their right to privacy and personal security. It further erodes civil liberties and creates a culture of fear and control.
ZmeeLove
Enforcing the hijab requirement is essential for the preservation of Iran's cultural identity and Islamic values. It upholds traditions and customs that are deeply rooted in Iranian society.
Muchacha
The hijab requirement promotes social cohesion and unity by creating a shared sense of identity and values among Iranians. It encourages solidarity and reduces societal divisions.
Bella Ciao
The hijab requirement reinforces traditional gender roles and expectations, which may be seen as beneficial by those who believe in preserving traditional family structures and norms.
Mariposa
The hijab requirement respects the religious beliefs and practices of the majority of Iranians who adhere to Islam. It allows individuals to practice and express their faith freely.
Coccinella
The hijab requirement helps maintain social stability and national security by preventing the infiltration of foreign ideologies and influences that could destabilize Iran's government and society.
Muchacho
The mandatory hijab requirement perpetuates gender discrimination by treating women as subordinate to men and restricting their freedoms and opportunities.
Habibi
Wearing the hijab promotes a culture of modesty and humility, which are highly valued traits in many religious and cultural traditions.
ZmeeLove
The continued enforcement of the hijab requirement fuels opposition and dissent among Iranian citizens, leading to further unrest and political instability. It is not a sustainable solution to address societal challenges.
Coccinella
Enforcing the hijab requirement demonstrates solidarity with Muslim women around the world who choose to wear the hijab as a means of expressing their faith and identity.
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