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VOA Persian: Internet users praise Iranian singer Ahmadi as authorities file legal case 


Parastoo Ahmadi is pictured in a performance in this photo from social media.
Parastoo Ahmadi is pictured in a performance in this photo from social media.

Iranian signer Parastoo Ahmadi made headlines after posting a video of herself performing in Iran. The video, shared Wednesday night, shows her singing without wearing the mandatory hijab - a bold act in Iran, where strict dress codes and restrictions on women’s public performances are enforced.

While internet users have praised Ahmadi’s courage, Iran's judiciary announced, without naming her, that a legal case has been filed against her.

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