Controversial Morality Police Face Backlash After Iranian Girl's Hospitalization

The hospitalization of a 16-year-old girl in Tehran has sparked accusations against Iran's "morality police" for allegedly beating her into a coma. The incident, captured on video, has reignited concerns over the treatment of women in the country, a year after mass protests erupted. While state-run media claims the girl fainted due to low blood pressure, an exiled human rights organization alleges she suffered a severe physical assault for not complying with hijab rules. The conflicting explanations and restricted access to the hospital have drawn parallels to a previous case where a Kurdish woman's death was allegedly covered up. The incident highlights the distrust of government officials and state-affiliated media in Iran.