Iran formally allows women to ride motorcycles Iran has formally allowed women to obtain licences to ride motorcycles, marking a significant shift after years of legal uncertainty surrounding female riders, local media reported on Wednesday. Although Iran’s traffic laws had never explicitly banned women from riding motorcycles or scooters, authorities had routinely declined to issue licences to female applicants. This left many women exposed to legal risks, as they were often held liable in accidents even when they were victims. READ ALSO: Iranian President confirms talks with U.S., insists on “fair, equitable negotiations” The...