The Iranian government has intensified its use of technology and online surveillance as a means of repressing citizens, especially women and girls in the country. Recent laws have mandated real-time online activity tracking and granted government access to private data. Journalists, activists, and human rights defenders have had their SIM cards deactivated, restricting access to essential services. Authorities are now using aerial drone surveillance to monitor hijab compliance in public spaces and have introduced the Nazer mobile application to target women and girls specifically. Additionally, Iran’s ethnic and religious minorities have been targeted in protests, with women facing distinct harms due to preexisting discrimination. Despite these oppressive measures, women and girls in Iran are continuing to fight for their freedoms. The international community is urged to stand with them and support their pursuit of freedom. These developments highlight the Iranian authorities’ relentless efforts to suppress rights and the need for ongoing support for those fighting for their rights in the country.
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