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'This is Torture': Iranian Singer Parastoo Ahmadi and Other Musicians Face 74 Lashes for Singing Without Hijab

Iranian singer Parastoo Ahmadi and eight musicians have reportedly been sentenced to 74 lashes after a hijab-free livestream performance that drew millions of views. (Credit: Hosseinronaghi/Wikimedia Commons)

An Iranian court has reportedly sentenced singer Parastoo Ahmadi and eight members of her production team to 74 lashes after a livestreamed musical performance in which she appeared without a hijab.

The punishment has triggered fresh condemnation from human rights advocates, who say the case exposes the continuing crackdown on artists and women challenging the country's strict social codes.

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