Iranian Authorities Crack Down on Blind Date Programs
- Victor Nwoko
- Mar 13
- 1 min read
Fifteen individuals connected to blind date programs now face legal proceedings, with five remaining in detention while the others have been released on bail, according to judiciary spokesman Asghar Jahangir.
The primary suspect is accused of “encouraging corruption and inciting immoral actions related to sexual deviations.” Four others remain in custody due to their inability to meet bail requirements.
Jahangir condemned the blind date programs, describing them as “against values and contrary to moral principles.” These programs, which feature strangers meeting on platforms such as YouTube and Instagram, have grown in popularity among young Iranians.
In February, authorities blocked the Instagram account of a well-known blind date host with 1.2 million followers, citing “criminal content contrary to public decency.” Security police have previously summoned organizers and halted broadcasts of similar programs.
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