CNN —Iran’s parliament has enacted a harsh new modesty law, significantly tightening existing dress restrictions that have already fueled nationwide protests and posed a serious challenge to regime stability.
“In my opinion the hijab law, which I have to implement, is vague.
It defines improper dress in various ways, ranging from nudity and dressing immodestly to wearing the hijab incorrectly.
The law also introduces a system of fines and restrictions with financial penalties, even for initial offenses.
While the harsher penalties have caused concern for Iranians, a particularly controversial aspect of the legislation is expanded surveillance.
Persons:
CNN —, Masoud Pezeshkian, “, ”, Sina Toossi, Ebrahim Raisi, Negar Mortazavi, Pezeshkian, Mortazavi
Organizations:
CNN, Guardian Council, International, United Nations, Guardian, Supreme National Security Council
Locations:
Washington, DC, Iran