Despite outrage, Iran expands dog-walking ban across multiple provinces

A recent expansion of a dog walking ban in Iran has affected multiple cities, with Kashmar being the latest to impose restrictions, citing public order concerns. This follows similar actions in provinces like Hamadan and Isfahan, building on a 2019 directive from Tehran, where dog walking is now prohibited in urban areas and public transport unless dogs are in special cages. While officials argue this is to safeguard public health and morality, social media reactions are mixed, with many Iranians questioning the focus on pets amid other pressing issues.

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