Iranian women flout strict dress code by posting photos of themselves without hijab scarf; moments of ‘stealthy freedom’

The hijab, which is compulsory for women in Iran, requires all women to cover their hair and much of their body in loose clothing in public as part of a strict Islamic dress code.  It has become a defining feature of Iran’s interpretation of Sharia, or Islamic law, since the 1979 revolution.  More than one hundred women have posted photos on the page, sharing their memories of moments of brief “stealthy freedom” without a headscarf.
Others shared their photos and memories of feeling the wind and rain through their hair — a rare experience for Iranian women.

“I just want the right to CHOOSE!” wrote one woman. “Maybe I would have even chosen to wear a scarf if I’d had options to choose from. But it hurts me so much when others make decisions for ME instead of myself! My photo is grey, just like my life.”

A dedicated morality police has long handed out fines, verbal notices or even arrests to women it considers are not observing the hijab rules properly.

The unit has reportedly been ordered to exercise more restraint since President Hassan Rouhani, a self-declared moderate, took office in August promising greater social freedoms.

Vicar of Dibley wrote:aren't they beautiful
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I fear for their lives now after these pics are posted , how long before they are arrested for blasphemy towards Muhammad .

veya_victaous wrote:

Vicar of Dibley wrote:aren't they beautiful
.
I fear for their lives now after these pics are posted , how long before they are arrested for blasphemy towards Muhammad .

The unit has reportedly been ordered to exercise more restraint since President Hassan Rouhani, a self-declared moderate, took office in August promising greater social freedoms.

Seems even Iranians can be progressive   ::D:: ::D:: ::D:: ::D:: ::D::