The Hijab and Modesty Law on a Challenging Path/ Roza Nateghi

The text of the Hijab and Modesty Law was released on December 1, 2024 (10 Azar 1403). Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Speaker of the Parliament, had previously explained the delay in its release. While defending the law, he stated that its implementation had been postponed due to “events related to the year 1401.” He emphasized that […]...

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Experiencing the Beautiful in Tehran/ Mehrnaz Razaghi

Tehran, a city known for the hustle and bustle of modern life, has recently unveiled a new dimension: a platform for experiencing beauty and reimagining artistic identity. This transformation is not only evident in established venues such as the Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art and the long lines for the “Eye to Eye” exhibition but […]...

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From the Streets to the Wilderness: The Looming Shadow of Stray Dogs An Interview with Dr. Iman Memarian / Pedram Tahsini

A stray dog refers to a dog that typically has no owner, is not confined to a home, yard, or private property, and roams freely. These dogs interact and mate with other dogs and, in some cases, with other canids—such as wolves—producing hybrid species like wolf-dogs, which can be highly dangerous. They may spend all […]...

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Mahdieh Jafari: Mismanagement is the Main Issue Facing Zoos in Iran/ Ali Kalaei

Zoos can be considered places that preserve part of the natural heritage and wildlife. However, in countries like Iran, numerous challenges surround the standards of animal care and the operation of such facilities. Issues such as inadequate space, insufficient resources, mismanagement, and lack of proper oversight have led to the neglect of animal rights in […]...

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Transporting Bearded Dragons to Safadasht Zoo via Snapp Taxi/ Ali Ramazanian

Statistics indicate that Iran has approximately 70 zoos, of which only 44 have been ranked to date. Evaluations reveal that the majority of Iran’s zoos fall significantly short of both national and international standards. Key zoo ranking criteria include proper nutrition, suitable hygiene, cage size and design, and spaces tailored to the specific needs of […]...

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The Need for Redefining the Concept and Legal Framework of Zoos/ Masoud Lahout

Zoos represent a clear case of semantic and conceptual transformation. What we now see as zoos in Iran and many parts of the world has strayed far from the original concept and purpose of their establishment. These centers have largely devolved into cages for holding wildlife species, offering visitors the chance to view them up […]...

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Mortality in Zoos and the Violation of Animal Rights in Iran/ Sina Yousefi

Animal rights refer to a set of ethical principles and legal regulations aimed at protecting animals and ensuring their welfare against harm, exploitation, and mistreatment. These rights are rooted in the belief in the intrinsic value of animals and the necessity of ethical and humane interaction with them. On an international level, these rights include […]...

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The Supreme Creature” or “The Neighborhood Villain”?/ Reza Ramazani

Two decades ago, when an old ranger recounted how he shot a golden eagle for preying on a wild goat, it sparked a profound mental challenge: where do animal rights stand in human thought? Should we not, just as we contemplate human rights, also be concerned about the rights of other living beings? Or are […]...

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A Gift Called the Zoo; The History of Zoos in Iran/ Afsaneh Asgharzadeh

The concept of the “zoo” was first introduced to Iran by Naser al-Din Shah Qajar, who brought it back as a souvenir from Europe. During his travels abroad, visiting zoos was one of the Shah’s favorite activities. In his memoirs, the Qajar king described the separation of wild animals into individual cages and the conditions […]...

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Gender Equality as a Prerequisite for Environmental and Wildlife Conservation/ Elahe Amani

Wildlife refers to animals and plants that live in their natural habitats without human interference. It encompasses various species spread across the globe, playing a vital role in maintaining ecosystem balance and biodiversity. Preserving wildlife is crucial for the future of both humanity and nature. This article is not about the factors and policies that […]...

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Stray Dogs, Even from a Legal Perspective/ Alireza Goodarzi

Let us begin with a classification: animals either live alongside us humans—like “my cat” or a “sheepdog”—or are wild and live in nature. The first category has largely evolved through artificial selection, adapting to coexist peacefully with humans and often providing benefits in return. The behavior and appearance of sheep, roosters, and dogs are markedly […]...

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Animal Rights in Iran Still Lack Comprehensive Legislation/ Ehsan Haghi

For millions of years, life has existed on the planet Earth, and various species have lived across this planet. Humans, as one of these species, through some complex evolutionary processes, have achieved remarkable intellectual abilities and, with their help, have been able to dominate other species. This dominance and superiority have gradually been moderated with […]...

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