Since the Islamic Revolution of 1979, Iran has been condemned in the West as a repressive theocracy. But the history of this vast nation of more than 90 million people is long and complicated. In ...

Explore Iranian culture and history through seven essential books, from Persepolis to Shah of Shahs, offering insights into this ancient civilisation. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...

Last week, Tehran’s Unesco-listed Golestan Palace was damaged by shockwaves from a nearby US-Israeli air strike. Footage posted online showed its ornate windows shattered, its intricate tile-work in ...

Iran’s ancient cultural sites face growing threats from war, environmental damage, and limited preservation resources, putting irreplaceable parts of humanity’s shared historical heritage at risk.

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