Iranian singer Parastoo Ahmadi has reportedly been sentenced to 74 lashes following her online concert performance in which she appeared without wearing a hijab. The ruling has drawn international attention, with reports stating that the singer and members of her production team also face restrictions on travel and artistic activities.
Iran is facing growing domestic opposition over a proposed peace agreement with the United States after comments by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi sparked criticism from hardline political factions. Protests were reported in the north-eastern city of Mashhad, where demonstrators accused the government of making excessive concessions to Washington
