Iran's judiciary chief, Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, has called for a stricter approach to what he describes as 'social anomalies,' specifically targeting the growing trend of women not wearing the mandatory hijab in public. Despite longstanding rules requiring women to cover their hair and dress modestly, many in major cities like Tehran are increasingly seen without headscarves, reflecting changing social attitudes. Ejei has instructed prosecutors and law enforcement agencies to identify and address organized movements that challenge these dress codes, linking such actions to foreign influence and efforts against the state. The visibility of women forgoing the hijab has increased since the widespread protests following the death of Mahsa Amini in 2022.