Zohran Mamdani's Hijab Post Sparks Global Outrage Amid Iran Protests | Firstpost America | N18G

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 11:46:04 +0000

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing intense backlash after his office marked World Hijab Day with a celebratory post praising the hijab as a symbol of faith, identity and pride. The message quickly drew criticism online, with many pointing to the ongoing protests in Iran, where women continue to resist compulsory hijab laws.

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