The death of Mahsa Amini became an international symbol, often without a clear separation of facts, emotions, and political use. Investigations early on disproved the claim of a targeted killing — yet the media continue to rely on simplified narratives. The claim of a general hijab mandate in Iran is still circulated, even though it has applied for years only at holy sites, where men are also required to cover. Factual clarification is more necessary here than outrage.
Mahsa Amini – Tragedy, Instrumentalization, and Media Distortion
