Iran's Ban on Dog-Walking
Iran has expanded its ban on dog-walking to cities outside Tehran, citing public health and Islamic traditions that view dogs as unclean. Despite the ban, a growing number of Iranians are embracing dog ownership as an act of rebellion against the theocratic regime.
Key Points
- Expansion of ban to cities outside Tehran
- Growing number of Iranians embracing dog ownership as rebellion
- Islamic traditions view dogs as unclean
- Regime's crackdown on dog ownership and walking
Pros
- Upholding Islamic traditions
- Maintaining public health and peace
Cons
- Restricting personal freedoms
- Targeting a harmless activity