Iranian Woman Shot by Police Over Hijab Law Violation

Incident underscores ongoing dangers for women defying Iran's strict headscarf regulations despite promises of eased enforcement.

Arezou Badri, 31, was shot by police while driving in Mazandaran province after allegedly violating hijab laws.
Badri is now paralyzed and held under tight security at a police hospital in Tehran.
The shooting comes nearly two years after Mahsa Amini's death in police custody, which sparked widespread protests.
Iran's new president has vowed to ease hijab law enforcement, but recent incidents reveal persistent risks.
Activists highlight the severe measures taken by police, describing it as a 'war on women.'