Iran’s appeals court in Qom has upheld convictions against singer Parastoo Ahmadi and seven other musicians and organizers over a December 2024 online concert. Ahmadi performed without the mandatory hijab and sang solo, prompting authorities to prosecute the participants. The final ruling imposes 74 lashes, a two-year travel ban, and a two-year prohibition on audiovisual activities. The case has renewed debate over Iran’s restrictions on women’s voices, artistic expression, and public performance. The sentences are now enforceable under Iranian law
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