WorldIran court upholds 74-lash sentence for singer who performed without hijab
An Iranian appeals court has upheld a sentence of 74 lashes for singer Parastoo Ahmadi, lawyers say. She was convicted of “offending public decency” after performing in a sleeveless dress without the mandatory hijab during a YouTube livestream in December 2024. Her appeal was rejected without a hearing.
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BBC News★★★☆☆2026-09-28 17:15Original
Iran court upholds 74-lash sentence for singer who performed without hijab
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