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By Mostafa PourAli
Protecting cultural heritage under fire: The fragile role of international law
The deliberate targeting of cultural heritage during armed conflict remains a grave concern. International law provides crucial instruments for protection, anchored by agreements such as the 1972 UNESCO Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage and the 1954 Hague Convention for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict. These conventions represent a foundational effort to safeguard sites of historical and artistic significance, recognizing their intrinsic value beyond purely monetary terms.
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By Nafise Hajati
How are Isfahan’s UNESCO and national heritage sites faring after airstrikes?
ISFAHAN - Airstrikes on the Iranian city of Isfahan have severely damaged two of its most iconic heritage sites: the UNESCO-listed Chehel Sotoun Palace and the National Heritage Site Ashraf Hall, alongside damage to over 12 other cultural landmarks.
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By Afshin Majlesi
Airstrike shockwaves put Iran’s ancient landmarks at risk
TEHRAN - Although Iran’s enemies have repeatedly claimed that their strikes target nuclear and missile infrastructure, their massive airstrikes have also damaged historic districts and monuments that represent centuries of Persian civilization.
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By Mostafa PourAli
Protecting cultural heritage under fire: The fragile role of international law
The deliberate targeting of cultural heritage during armed conflict remains a grave concern. International law provides crucial instruments for protection, anchored by agreements such as the 1972 UNESCO Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage and the 1954 Hague Convention for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict. These conventions represent a foundational effort to safeguard sites of historical and artistic significance, recognizing their intrinsic value beyond purely monetary terms.
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By Nafise Hajati
How are Isfahan’s UNESCO and national heritage sites faring after airstrikes?
ISFAHAN - Airstrikes on the Iranian city of Isfahan have severely damaged two of its most iconic heritage sites: the UNESCO-listed Chehel Sotoun Palace and the National Heritage Site Ashraf Hall, alongside damage to over 12 other cultural landmarks.
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By Afshin Majlesi
Airstrike shockwaves put Iran’s ancient landmarks at risk
TEHRAN - Although Iran’s enemies have repeatedly claimed that their strikes target nuclear and missile infrastructure, their massive airstrikes have also damaged historic districts and monuments that represent centuries of Persian civilization.
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Over 56 Iranian heritage sites damaged in U.S., Israeli attacks
TEHRAN – Iran’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts said on Saturday that at least 56 museums, historical monuments and cultural sites across the country had suffered serious damage due to airstrike conducted by the United States and Zionist regime of Israel.
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Airstrikes damage 17th-century mosque in Isfahan
TEHRAN – Recent airstrikes on the Iranian city of Isfahan have damaged the historic Imam Mosque, also known as Masjed Jameh Abbasi, according to a provincial heritage official.
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Science minister writes to UNESCO chief denouncing humanitarian law violations in attacks
TEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Science, Research and Technology has urged UNESCO to strongly condemn recent attacks by the United States and Israel against Iranian territory, citing violations of international humanitarian law and UNESCO-protected sites.
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Government prioritizes rendering services during emergency conditions
TEHRAN—Rendering services to people during the country’s emergency conditions is the top priority of the Government, say tourism officials.
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17 compatriots martyred during U.S.-Israeli terrorist attack to Abhar
TEHRAN—A total of 17 ordinary citizens were martyred following U.S.-Israeli terrorist attack to Pasargadae Tourism Complex in Abhar, Zanjan province.
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Qazvin’s mirror and glass production unit damaged by U.S.-Israeli attacks
TEHRAN- Following U.S.-Israeli attacks, a mirror and glass production unit faced heavy damages in Qazvin province, said a cultural heritage official.
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Tehran museum director urges protection of cultural heritage during conflict
TEHERAN - The director of Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art (TMoCA) has emphasized the importance of safeguarding museums and historical sites during armed conflict, following recent damage to a UNESCO site in downtown Tehran.
