Women's rights are also a critical issue in Iran, where women are discriminated against in both law and practice. Women are required to adhere to strict dress codes, are restricted from participating in certain sports and activities, and face limited rights in matters such as marriage, divorce, and child custody. Women's rights activists advocating for gender equality and women's empowerment are often harassed, arrested, and sentenced to lengthy prison terms. Minorities in Iran, including ethnic and religious minorities such as Kurds, Bahais, and Christians, also face discrimination and persecution.
