Iran's Women's National Team Salutes Anthem Amid Crackdown on Protest

Iran's women's national team saluted their anthem against Australia, a change from their previous silence, suggesting authorities are cracking down on sport as a tool of protest.

5 Mar, 13:33 — 5 Mar, 13:33

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Salute replaces silence for Iran after 'message from home'

In a change from the silence of their first game, Iran's women's national team saluted their anthem against Australia on Thursday. It appears to be another case of authorities cracking down on sport as a tool of protest.

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Iran's Women's National Team Salutes Anthem Amid Crackdown on Protest

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Salute replaces silence for Iran after 'message from home'

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