Tehran, Jan 07 (V7N)— Despite the Iranian government's harsh crackdown on women's rights movements in 2023, women across the country continue to resist by removing their hijabs in public, singing, and dancing, as reported by Iran International.

In the past three weeks, at least three prominent female artists have joined the resistance by unveiling their hijabs. One notable incident occurred on December 30, when 62-year-old renowned visual artist Vita Fayazi attended the government-sponsored Ceramic Art Biennial with her gray, curly hair uncovered, wearing a scarf loosely around her neck. The event, organised under the auspices of Iran's Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance, witnessed several other women, mostly young, also choosing not to cover their hair.

Fayazi's act drew significant attention on social media, symbolising quiet defiance against mandatory hijab laws. Remarkably, no officials or attendees at the event protested the act, sparking discussions about the shifting cultural dynamics in Iran. However, Fayazi has not publicly confirmed whether her actions were part of a deliberate protest.

This ongoing resistance highlights the determination of Iranian women to challenge restrictive laws and fight for their rights, even in the face of severe governmental repression.

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