The seminar was jointly organised by the Cultural Centre of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Faculty of Arts and Humanities through the department of Philosophy, Religion and Classics of the University of Zimbabwe.

In his keynote speech, Iran's ambassador, Dr Hosseini recalled the unprovoked and deliberate heinous airstrikes on Iran that that targeted residential compartments, protected nuclear sites, hospitals and other facilities that caused significant damage and fatalities. He said all these strikes were not condemned by the international community despite the actions being against international laws.

Mr. Hamid Bakhtiyar declared that Israeli aggression against Iran represents a threat to global peace and justice. These attacks targeted not only Iran's independence, but also her cultural identity, values and dignity.

He said the attacks were a part of a wider effort to suppress independent voices and the intellectual heritage of production.

He noted that the collaboration with the University of Zimbabwe illustrates that academic dialogue is a form of resistance and peace building meant to promote justice, mutual respect and cultural solidarity against oppression and misinformation.

He also noted that the Palestinian Israel conflict has been a longstanding point of contention which must not be allowed to continue unabated for the sake of peace, justice and development.

Prof Mangena said the academic discourse being pursued through such dialogue forums should yield a just and equitable global society.

The seminar also heard thought provoking presentations from academics and religious luminaries which were meant to influence and change the world dynamics and perceptions as per the theme of the seminar.