Iran has recently expanded its ban on walking dogs in public to more than 20 cities across the country. The ban, which first appeared in Tehran in 2019, now affects cities including Isfahan, Kerman, Kermanshah, Ilam, Hamadan, Boroujerd, Robat Karim, Lavasanat, and Golestan. “Dog walking is a threat to public health, peace and comfort,” said Abbas Najafi, prosecutor of the western city of Hamedan, in a statement to Iran’s state newspaper. Officials claim these measures aim to maintain public order, ensure safety, and protect public health, though they haven’t provided specific evidence for these concerns. The restrictions don’t stop at … Continue reading Iran Expands Dog Walking Ban to 20+ Cities While 1 in 10 Citizens Own Pets as Form of Quiet Rebellion