Mahsa Amini's Death Inspires Defiance and Sanctions in Iran

A year after the death of Mahsa Amini, whose death in the custody of Iran's morality police sparked widespread protests, Iran's repressive regime remains intact. The government has strengthened social controls, including stricter enforcement of the mandatory hijab, and has cracked down on activists and supporters of the protest movement. While the regime has faced internal divisions, it continues to suppress dissent and evade international accountability. Human rights advocates are working to gather evidence of human rights violations and build cases against Iranian officials using universal jurisdiction. Despite the challenges, Iranians, particularly women, remain defiant and committed to fighting for change.