Guterres stresses unfettered press is foundation of democracy, WSJ editor calls for Russia to free Evan Gershkovich; watchdog says 55 journalists, 4 media workers killed in 2022

Katayoun Riahi and Pantea Bahram accused of posting photos online of themselves without hijab; pair could face fines or prison time

Activist Keyvan Samimi previously served a 2-year prison stint for 'plotting against national security'

Khamenei rejects calls by anti-regime protesters and former PM Rouhani for national votes to be held on some matters

Police say technology will be used to identify women who flout strict Islamic dress code, even in private cars, and warn businesses will be closed if workers remove headscarves

Authorities say those not wearing headscarf in public places will receive 'warning text messages as to the consequences,' as women increasingly defy 'hijab law'

Police also issue arrest warrant for attacker after footage goes viral; Iran's president stresses wearing headscarf is obligatory

Rights council rapporteur says evidence indicates beating death of woman in custody not isolated incident; slams regime response to protests, including mass arrests and torture

Iranian activists report thousands have complained of being sickened in schools across country, amid ongoing anti-government protests

Activists say 5 detained and forced to apologize for dance clip set to song by Nigerian singer Rema, which began circling online around International Women's Day