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An Iranian court upheld a lashes sentence against singer Parastoo Ahmadi, who was convicted of 'offending public decency' after performing in a livestreamed concert without a hijab, wearing a sleeveless dress. The ruling highlights Iran's continued strict enforcement of dress codes and public morality laws amid domestic unrest over women's rights. The case has drawn international attention as part of a broader pattern of Iranian authorities punishing artists and women for defying hijab and dress regulations.