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Iran welcomes hijab-wearing students returning from Baku
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Iran's state media have given prominent coverage to the arrival of hijab-wearing students from Baku, according to Middle East Eye. Iranian officials extended a red carpet welcome to the group, whose return was framed as a symbolic affirmation of religious observance.
The story reflects broader tensions over dress codes and religious expression in the region. Iranian press highlighted the students' adherence to hijab requirements amid international scrutiny of such policies.
