Date uploaded: 2022-12-09 14:33:51
Reports circulated this week that Iran's "morality police" would be dismantled following some confusing comments to that effect by a senior Iranian official.
The comments were seemingly in response to anti-regime protests that have persisted for nearly three months and were initially triggered by the arrest of Mahsa Amini for allegedly wearing her hijab incorrectly. The 22-year-old died while in police custody after being detained by members of the unit, known in Iran as "Guidance Patrol."
Yet amid a flurry of international media stories proclaiming its closure, Iran experts noted there had been no official order to abolish the program.
So which is it? Dismantled or no? The whole thing is a bit of a puzzle. To learn more, visit the link in our bio.
