Iran’s Mandatory Hijab Enforcement: Impact on Society, Businesses, and Karim Bagheri’s “Number Six” Restaurant

Karim Bagheri’s “Number Six” Restaurant

Among the businesses affected by the mandatory hijab enforcement is the “Number Six” restaurant owned by Karim Bagheri. Located on Fereshteh Street in Tehran, Bagheri’s restaurant has faced closure due to alleged violations of Islamic hijab norms. The former Iranian football legend and Persepolis club icon, Karim Bagheri, known for his contributions to the world of football, has now become a part of the larger discourse surrounding the enforcement of mandatory hijab.

Wave of Closures and Suppression

The closure of businesses, particularly restaurants and cafes, due to alleged violations of Islamic hijab norms, has become a recurring issue in Iran. The closure of Karim Bagheri’s “Number Six” restaurant sheds light on the broader trend where businesses are being shut down for not adhering to strict religious dress codes. Khabar al-Eshti newspaper reported that Bagheri’s restaurant was closed due to “not respecting the Islamic hijab.” This move was part of a broader campaign against those perceived to oppose the mandatory hijab policy.

August 12, 2023 | 4:49 pm