Systematic repression of women in Iran

This resolution strongly condemns the ongoing and systematic repression of women in Iran. It highlights how laws and regulations severely restrict women's freedoms and rights, deploring specific instances of detention and mistreatment.

The resolution specifically addresses the impact on women who defy strict hijab laws, including those who are harassed, imprisoned, or labelled as 'mentally unfit' and confined to psychiatric facilities. It also notes the disproportionate impact on ethnic and religious minorities, particularly Bahá’í women.

Key changes called for include the repeal of all discriminatory legislation against women and girls, and the urgent abolition of the 'morality' police and other repressive agencies. The resolution also demands the release of women's rights defenders and victims of arbitrary detention.

The European Parliament urges the Iranian government to grant unrestricted access to UN human rights missions and calls for the EU to support the 'Women, Life, Freedom' movement.