Iran Increases Electronic Surveillance to Enforce Hijab Laws
Recent reports from the United Nations and the UK indicate that Iran is intensifying its use of electronic surveillance and technology, including drones and phone applications, to monitor and enforce strict dress codes for women, particularly concerning headscarf compliance. The reports describe alarming methods such as the deployment of informants and the use of technology aimed at identifying violations of hijab laws, reflecting a broader crackdown on dissent under the current government. The U.N. and UK assessments highlight a trend of increased pressure on women to conform to these laws, contributing to an environment of surveillance that raises concerns about human rights violations in the country.
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