Iran Pivots to Trans Surgery Tourism
14th October 2025
Iran reportedly is trying to attract foreigners seeking transgender surgeries after years of persecuting gay citizens.
Iran, long known for pressuring gay and trans people into unwanted operations under threat of severe punishment, is now pitching itself as a bargain destination for gender-changing procedures, according to The New York Times.
With an economy battered by war and sanctions, authorities are promoting “medical tourism” packages that bundle surgeries with hotel stays and sightseeing, aiming to generate more than $7 billion a year.
I guess religious principles don’t stack very high compared to money.