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There is a renewed crackdown on how Iranian women dress, indicating a tightening of enforcement regarding dress codes in the country.

Two girls in Iran's Lorestan province ended their lives after their photos were leaked on a Telegram channel, with reports suggesting suicide and honor killings.

A group of Iranian woman scholars has formally issued an indictment against the United States and Israel, accusing them of war crimes.

Authorities at the Armenian border have intercepted attempts to smuggle cut hair belonging to Iranian women. This year alone, over 135 kilograms of hair have been seized.

Lawyers report that women who fled Iran are slated for deportation to the Central African Republic. This development raises concerns about their safety and asylum status.

Iranian women express concerns about a potential rollback of their rights, even as images emerge of bareheaded women in Tehran cafes, suggesting a softer approach to dress code enforcement.

False information, including claims about eight Iranian women and fake AI victims, has been circulated by various parties, including Donald Trump and Iran, reportedly to justify potential military action against Iran.

The White House is reportedly attempting to save eight Iranian women condemned to death, though Tehran has responded by stating that none of them are at risk of execution.

The Iranian women's soccer team crossed the Turkish border into Iran on Wednesday to complete a fraught return journey from Australia, after five members withdrew asylum claims they had lodged ‌there.

The Iranian women's football team has arrived back in Iran, following reports that some members had withdrawn their asylum claims.

The players of the Iranian Women's national team landed at Istanbul Airport on Tuesday (17/3), having withdrawn their requests for political asylum in...

Three more Iranian women's players to return home after changing minds on asylum in Australia  thenationalnews.com

Three members of the Iranian women's football team who sought asylum in Australia are now set to return home, with reasons for their return not specified.

Mohammad Pournajaf, Tehran’s former charge d’affaires in Canberra, sought protection in 2023, government source confirms One of Iran’s former top diplomats in Australia has defected from the theocratic regime, with the revelations only coming to light this week after six members of the Iranian women’s football squad were granted protection. London-based news outlet Iran International, which is not tied to the Islamic Republic’s regime, reported on Friday that Mohammad Pournajaf, Tehran’s cha...

Five young Iranian women who passionately follow football try to avoid state punishment with the help of an authority close to the military - all against the backdrop of World Cup qualifiers.

The world is closely following the dramatic story of the Iranian women's football team in Australia, as the national squad departed Sydney yesterday, raising concerns about their fate upon returning home.

One member of the Iranian women’s football team offered asylum by Australia has decided to return home to Iran.

Iranian women footballers seeking asylum in Australia have evacuated a safe house, indicating ongoing challenges in their asylum process.

Two Iranian women living in exile share their differing perspectives on the potential political future of Iran, a topic widely debated within the diaspora.

Concern for the safety of the players, in Australia for a tournament, had grown after Iranian state media criticized them for not singing the national anthem at a match.

Trump Says US Willing to Take In Iranian Women’s Soccer Team  Bloomberg.com

Iran's national women's football team was branded as 'war traitors' on state television for refusing to sing the national anthem, highlighting internal dissent amidst the ongoing conflict.

Iran's state television has called for harsh punishment for the national women's football team, accusing them of 'high treason in wartime' for not singing the national anthem.

Iranian women lead the charge: Historic role at forefront of protests against US-Israel aggression  Tehran Times

Alberto Gonçalves comments on Isabel Moreira's statements against 'the instrumentalization of Iranian women', discussing a feminism that he claims 'hates women'.

The possible upheaval in Tehran is moving Iranian women worldwide. Hediye (19) and Hadiseh (24) describe how they experience the events – between relief, gratitude, and great expectations for…

The Benevolent Iranian Women Association will participate in an art exhibition in Sydney, Australia, in early September, featuring selected works by Iranian artists exploring the human consequences of war and destruction.

There is a renewed crackdown on how Iranian women dress, according to reports from CNN.

Australia has granted citizenship to two Iranian women's soccer players who had previously sought asylum, allowing them to establish new lives in the country.

Bucharest offers a relaxed weekend with various events, including the last rides for Tatra trams, a concert by Alternosfera, a Hans Zimmer candlelit concert, and discussions on Iranian women's voices.

Following deadly protests, many women in Iran are increasingly choosing to defy the country's strict dress code by refusing to wear headscarves in public, despite the inherent dangers.

An attempt was made to smuggle cut hair belonging to Iranian women across the Armenian border, with activists claiming it belonged to women killed in protests, while experts suggest it's sold due to poverty.

The French-Iranian filmmaker Marjane Satrapi, known for 'Persepolis', is highlighted for her powerful voice in shedding light on the lives of Iranian women following the 1979 Islamic Revolution.

Iranian women, who have suffered under the regime, are now warning Europe about the ongoing terror perpetrated by the Islamic regime against its own protesting population.

Increasingly, women in Tehran are appearing in public without headscarves, defying Iran's mandatory Islamic hijab rules. Despite this growing defiance, restrictions and potential consequences for women like Elnaz, a 32-year-old painter, remain.

Two Iranian women were taken to police in Tirana, Albania, following reports from citizens regarding their suspicious movements and alleged approaches to children.

Iranian women athletes have expressed gratitude to the Australian government for providing them with protection, suggesting a situation where their safety was at risk.

Iran has claimed victory in the extraordinary public relations battle that played out since Australian Immigration Minister Tony Burke released to the media on March 10 a photo of him posing with…

Australia had granted humanitarian visas to six players ⁠and one support staff member after they sought asylum, saying they feared possible persecution if they returned to Iran

An interview with exiled Iranian political scientist Nazanin Armanian focuses on Iran's history, its immediate future, and the situation of Iranian women.

Despite asylum offers, members of the Iranian women's national football team are returning to Iran, highlighting the regime's tight control over football and the consequences faced by those who criticize the leadership.

The squad spent several hours at the airport in Malaysia checking in and waiting for their flight.

Iran's women's national team, which has garnered international attention, has reportedly changed its mind about refusing to travel home, with Iran issuing a statement praising the team for 'defeating the enemy's plans'.

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke confirms that a trio of members of the Iranian women's football team, who were given humanitarian visas, chose to return home.

Iranian activists are racing against time to convince members of the country's female football team to turn back from Malaysia, as fears grow that the women are being coerced home by regime officials.

Sam Asghari has some thoughts on Britney Spears getting arrested on suspicion of DUI ... but he's being very careful how he chooses his words. Sam was a recent guest on "Piers Morgan Uncensored" to mostly talk about America's current war with his…

Most members of the Iranian women's soccer team have declined last-minute asylum offers from Australia upon their arrival at the airport.

An Australian city official lamented to Fox News that the government didn't do more to help the Iranian women's soccer team stay in the country.

More members of the Iranian women’s soccer team seek asylum as most of squad leaves Australia  CNN

Following backlash for not singing the national anthem, Iranian female athletes may face danger upon returning home.

Australia is being urged to protect members of the Iranian women's soccer team who are set to return home after being labeled 'traitors' by Iran's state media for not singing their national anthem during a match in Australia.

They are Farnaz, Yani, Parisa and Nina. And many other Iranian women who have removed their veils, live freely and prosperously in Spain and on this March 8th refuse to wear black, as Tehran orders after the death of...

The Iranian women's national football team is facing accusations of treason from the regime after remaining silent during the national anthem, with calls for Australia to protect them ahead of their return home.

The leader of Spain's PP, Alberto Núñez Feijóo, spoke about the desire for freedom among Iranian women ahead of International Women's Day, while also criticizing Prime Minister Sánchez.

An analysis suggests that if social movements against Iran's Islamic Republic re-emerge, Iranian women will likely participate alongside men, highlighting an often-overlooked aspect of their expectations.

U2 has dedicated their 'Song of the Future' to Sarina Esmailsadeh, a 16-year-old Iranian victim of the women's movement, whose family disputes the official cause of death, claiming she was killed by a baton.

Women in Iran are increasingly abandoning the mandatory hijab, with reports suggesting the regime is hesitant to enforce the dress code more strictly.

CNN reports a renewed crackdown on how Iranian women dress, indicating a tightening of enforcement regarding mandatory hijab and other dress regulations.

The figure of Shirin, a late antique Persian queen, is being discussed as an example of how historical figures can be reinterpreted in modern times to serve as role models for Iranian women.

Iranian women express uncertainty about the ongoing negotiations, fearing potential setbacks despite a temporary victory.

Reports suggest women in Iran are being forced to sell their hair to survive, with activists speculating some hair may come from protesters. Hair smuggling from Iran has also been identified as an existing problem.

An article questions why Western feminists, who previously supported Iranian women's protests against compulsory hijab, are now silent as those same women face violence and death.

Iranian women are reportedly at the forefront of a movement fighting for freedom, demonstrating resilience despite attempts to silence them.

Donald Trump stated that eight Iranian women would not be executed, a claim that Iran has entirely disputed, leading to a diplomatic disagreement.

Six Iranian women's soccer players and one support staff member were granted humanitarian visas in Australia after seeking asylum, fearing persecution upon returning home.

An activist claims that Saudi women experience more violence than their Iranian counterparts, highlighting how the struggle for women's rights has shattered families under the Saudi regime, which presents a false image to the world.

Iranian media on Saturday quoted two daughters of slain former Iranian covert operations chief Qassem Soleimani denying that two Iranian women arrested in the United States were their relatives. The…

An Iranian women's football team player announced she rejected an offer from Australia, stating her duty is to be 'in the street beside the people of my country'.

Political tug of war over Iranian women’s soccer team prompts criticism in Australia  Arab News

Iranian women’s soccer team arrive back in Iran after some withdrew asylum claim  The Straits Times

An Iranian wrestling champion has publicly criticized the country's treatment of female athletes, following concerns over Iranian women soccer players allegedly facing threats for not standing during the national anthem.

Iranian women soccer players who were granted asylum in Australia are now pictured training in Brisbane.

Australia is moving to freeze visas for ordinary Iranian citizens, a decision that follows the granting of humanitarian visas to members of the Iranian women's football team due to safety concerns.

The families of courageous young Iranian women, who sought asylum in Australia after competing in international matches, are facing severe punitive consequences in Iran due to their relatives' actions.

Women in Iran are not permitted to serve in military combat roles; compulsory service only applies to men.

Former Iranian women's soccer player Shiva Amini shared her personal story of her father's death and expressed empathy for the current national team, highlighting the challenges they face from the regime.

Six members of the Iranian women's soccer team were granted asylum in Australia after leaving their squad, following efforts by Australian officials to ensure they understood the asylum offer.

After refusing to sing the national anthem, two more members of the Iranian women's football team have sought asylum in Australia, fearing repercussions if they return to Iran.

Seven Iranian women's football players are reportedly seeking asylum in Australia, raising questions about their circumstances.

Five Iranian women footballers are seeking asylum in Australia. - Geo News

Trump says Australia to grant asylum to some Iranian women footballers  Arab News

Supporters in Australia are pleading for action regarding the Iranian women's football team, with calls to 'Save our girls' highlighting concerns for their safety or situation.

“This is how the right defends the rights of Iranian women: by celebrating the murder of 160 girls.”

On International Women's Day, the struggle of women in Iran is highlighted as a reminder that feminism is a necessity, not just an ideology.

The players' actions came as Israel continued its war against Iran in the form of Operation Roaring Lion. As the war progressed, Israel successfully eliminated many of the country's leaders.

One widely circulated video showed a young Iranian American woman dancing provocatively to what online observers dubbed the “Trump dance,” a meme adaptation of YMCA choreography synonymous with campaign rallies. She wore a crop top and shorts. She moved without visible inhibition. For critics like Wong, a libertarian anti-interventionist voice sceptical of US military action abroad, the imagery looked curated and unrepresentative. Her suspicion was framed as a question of authenticity. Were t...

Iranian women are at the forefront of a slow but unstoppable cultural revolution, challenging the mandatory hijab as a symbol of oppression and inflicting a deep legitimacy crisis on the ayatollahs' regime.