Iranian President Vetoes New Hijab Law: What's Behind the Decision
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The Iranian president vetoed a new law on the compulsory wearing of the hijab, referring the issue to the Supreme National Security Council. The law provided for harsh penalties for violations, including fines and confiscation of property.
The Iranian president has vetoed the law on compulsory hijab, which sparked the conflict, UNN reports citing BILD.
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In Iran, there is a conflict within the government over the hijab law. The new law, passed by the parliament, makes it more difficult for women to wear the hijab and imposes severe penalties for violating the law. However, Iranian President Massoud Peseshkian vetoed the law, fearing that it could cause new civil unrest.
According to information, Masoud Pezeshkian has referred this issue to the Supreme National Security Council, the main body that makes key decisions in Iran. Thus, the law may be canceled. The new legislation introduced harsh measures, including large fines, a ban on traveling abroad, and confiscation of property, especially for prominent individuals.
Recently, an incident occurred with Iranian singer Parast Ahmadi, who performed without a hijab, and a video of her performance was posted on YouTube, causing public outrage. The artist and the musicians were arrested in connection with violating Islamic norms, but later released.
Due to public pressure and disagreements within the government, the law was suspended. Despite the threat of punishment, many women in Iran's major cities continue to oppose the mandatory hijab.
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Parasta Ahmadi was arrested after a video of her concert was published, where she performed without a hijab. The artist was detained in the city of Sari, and two musicians from her band were also arrested in Tehran.
