74 Lashes For A Song: Iranian Artist Sentenced For Virtual Concert
Iranian authorities have sentenced singer Parastoo Ahmadi to a punishment of 74 lashes for performing in a YouTube video that has racked up 2.9 million views over the last two years. Ahmadi sang the well-known patriotic song From The Blood Of the Youth to an empty theater space in 2024.
18 Jun 14:26 · Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty