Watch: Iranian women run Tehran race event without hijab, defying compulsory rules
Iranian women have increasingly appeared in public without headscarves since the 2022 Woman, Life, Freedom protests, which erupted after the death of Mahsa "Jina" Amini while in morality police custody. Although uncovered hair has become increasingly common on Iranian streets and in some public spaces, compulsory hijab remains part of Iranian law.
Footage of Iranian women running a 10-kilometer race in Tehran without wearing headscarves has gone viral on social media, drawing attention to the evolving public attitude toward Iran's mandatory hijab rules. The women's category of the Tehran 10K race took place at Velayat Park on Friday, with runners completing two laps of the designated course, their hair fully visible.
Despite the hijab remaining legally required for public appearance in Iran, the videos of the unveiled runners quickly spread online, sparking discussions. The timing of the event coincided with the Janfadayan-e Iran rally, a large state-backed gathering featuring members of the Revolutionary Guards, Basij, and volunteers. While the two events were separate, state-affiliated accounts on X shared some footage, amplifying the visibility of the women's race.
This incident is notable as Iranian authorities have previously intervened when women participated in sporting events without headscarves, as seen in a previous women's road race on Kish Island that led to action against organizers. The recent Tehran race, however, stands out due to the participation of Iranian record holder Parisa Arab, who won the women's category and shared highlights from the event, including her finish line crossing.
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