Iran's Stricter Hijab Laws Face Domestic and International Pushback

Iran's parliament has passed a new hijab and chastity bill, mandating women to wear hijabs and imposing severe penalties for non-compliance, including fines and restrictions on government services. This move comes amid growing resistance from women, especially after the 2022 death of Jina Mahsa Amini, which sparked widespread protests and the "Women, Life, Freedom" movement. The law, criticized for its harshness, requires institutions to aid in enforcement and criminalizes promoting non-compliant clothing. President Massoud Pezeshkian, seen as a reformist, faces pressure to delay its implementation.