Iran's 'Morality Police' Reinstate Headscarf Patrols After Nationwide Protests

Iranian authorities have revived the "morality police" and launched a new campaign to enforce the Islamic headscarf for women, ten months after nationwide protests erupted following the death of a woman in their custody. The protests, which called for the overthrow of Iran's theocratic rule, subsided after a brutal crackdown. However, many women continued to defy the dress code, prompting the return of the morality police. The battle over the hijab has become a symbol of resistance against Iran's clerical rulers, with women playing a prominent role in the protests. Iranian celebrities, including actors and directors, have also faced repercussions for supporting the protests or not wearing the hijab.