Iran intensifies crackdown ; Anti-hijab protesters sent to psychiatrist centers

Iran remains on edge as security forces intensify crackdown on anti-hijab protesters. For four weeks now, the protesters have been raising their voice against the Islamic Republic's mandatory veiling and other repressive laws. The state authorities, who see the protests as 'riots' instigated by outside forces, have doubled down on arrests and detentions. Not only that, local media reports say that some of the protesters have also been taken to 'psychological centers'. Watch this video for more.

 
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