14 November 2025 A seminar on a Muti Dimensional lens on the Zionist Aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran opened at the University of Zimbabwe in Harare, Zimbabwe, Friday 14 November 2025 in the presence of the Ambassador of Iran to Zimbabwe, Dr. Amir Hossein Hosseini, Iran ‘top cultural diplomat in Zimbabwe, Mr Hamid Bakhtiyar, the Dean of Arts and Humanities at the University of Zimbabwe, Prof Fainos Mangena, the chairperson of the department of Philosophy, Religion and Classics at the University of Zimbabwe, Dr Agness Chiwara, academics from various universities and pastoral training colleges, religious leaders from the Abrahamic faith based organisations and the African traditional religion as well as students from the university.

Issued in 538 BCE and now recognized by UNESCO, the Cyrus Cylinder is often described as the world’s first human rights charter. Its language is remarkably progressive for its time. The text guarantees religious freedom, forbids mistreatment of communities, and emphasizes the liberation of slaves.

Iran stands out as a land where urban life is deeply intertwined with centuries of history, spirituality, and stunning natural diversity. From ancient capitals to sacred centers and modern metropolises, Iranian cities embody the essence of civilization — places where culture, creativity, and community converge.

The northern Iranian province of Mazandaran, known for its scenic beauty, is also a major religious tourism hub, home to a remarkable 1,262 shrines.

Bayazid Bastami and Allameh Tabataba’i; two prominent figures of Iranian mysticism and philosophy, have been listed among UNESCO’s commemorative programs for the 2026–2027 period.

From bustling bazaars to festive tables, the pomegranate, or “Anar,” is more than a fruit in Iran; it’s a symbol of tradition, art, and culinary mastery, cherished across generations and celebrated in cities and villages.

Art flows from small workshops to bustling alleys in Marivan, Kordestan province. The handicrafts, from Giveh and shawls to woodwork, are not only souvenirs, but also a sign of the identity and aesthetics of the people of this region.

Today, the Art Bureau of the Islamic Ideology Dissemination Organization in Tehran is hosting the "Walzzaytun" ceremony, featuring the unveiling of 17 new books focusing on resistance and Palestine.

Hefez Shirazi, the unique pearl of culture and literature of Iran, is a renowned 14th-century Persian poet who is also celebrated worldwide.