Iranian singer Parastoo Ahmadi has reportedly been sentenced to 74 lashes after performing without a hijab in a livestreamed concert that went viral in 2024. The ruling also includes a two-year travel ban and restrictions on her artistic activities. The punishment has drawn sharp criticism from human rights organisations.

Iranian singer sentenced to 74 lashes

Iranian singer Parastoo Ahmadi and eight members of her production team have reportedly been sentenced to 74 lashes after a 2024 concert livestream in which she performed without a hijab. The ruling has drawn criticism from human rights groups, who say it reflects continued restrictions on artistic expression and women's freedoms in Iran.