After deadly protests, more Iranian women choosing to defy hijab law despite the dangers
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Article Excerpt
Many women in Iran are defying the country's strict dress code by refusing to wear headscarves while out and about. Though several women told CBC News they still fear the authoritarian regime, others say deadly protests in January taught them they have nothing left to lose.
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Jun 20, 2026