Contrasting Scenes in Tehran: Unveiled Women's Marathon and Regime Ceremony
In the Iranian capital, a marathon run by women without headscarves and a pro-regime military parade took place on the same day.
In Tehran on Friday, a 10-kilometer marathon featuring unveiled women and a military parade organized by pro-regime supporters were held simultaneously, and the prosecutor's office launched an investigation into the marathon organizers.
Two Different Events in Tehran
In the city of Tehran on Friday, two contrasting events took place simultaneously and different segments of society were out on the streets.
The Marathon and Unveiled Women
In the 10-kilometer marathon held in Velayat Park, men and women competed in separate categories, and some women were seen running without headscarves.
Decision for Legal Investigation
The Tehran Public Prosecutor's Office launched an investigation into the marathon organizers on the grounds that legal and religious standards were not met.
Pro-Regime Military Demonstration
At another point in the city, the Jan-Fada-ye Iran military exercise was held with the participation of President Masoud Pezeshkian and the Basij forces.