Iran’s appeals court upholds a 74-lash sentence against singer Parastoo Ahmadi after she performs without wearing a hijab during an online concert. She was convicted of “offending public decency” linked to her appearance during a livestreamed performance.
Both outlets report that the court decision rejects her appeal. BBC News says the conviction is tied to her wearing a sleeveless dress while singing on the livestream, leading to the original sentence. Legit.ng adds that the appeals court rejects the bid without holding a hearing on Friday and treats it as a fresh setback for her.
The sources align on the outcome—upholding the 74 lashes and the legal basis of the charge—as well as the basic circumstances of the livestreamed performance. They differ slightly in emphasis: one focuses on the specific details of her clothing during the performance, while the other emphasizes procedural aspects of the appeal process, including the absence of a court hearing.
