The Iranian website Osh reported that authorities demolished sidewalks and gardens in front of cafes on Sheikh Sanai Street in Tehran's District 6, following the temporary closure of the establishments. The move has sparked concern among business owners and residents, who view it as a continuation of a policy to reduce public spaces where men and women mingle.
The Iranian website Osh reported on Wednesday that authorities in Tehran demolished sidewalks and gardens in front of cafes on Sheikh Sanai Street in the city's District 6, following the temporary closure of the establishments. The report said the move has alarmed business owners and residents, who see it as part of a broader campaign to restrict public spaces where men and women gather together. The demolition comes amid a wider pattern of social enforcement in Iran. As The Zioneer reported in June 2026, authorities shut down a café in northern Tehran for violating hijab and modesty rules. The Osh report is a single source and has not been independently verified. The extent of the demolitions and the number of affected businesses remain unclear.
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