Iran Claims Abbas Kiarostami’s Home Targeted in U.S.-Israel Strikes
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced that the residence of internationally acclaimed Iranian director Abbas Kiarostami was hit during recent U.S.-Israel bombing operations. Kiarostami, who won the Palme d’Or in 1997, symbolizes Iran’s cultural heritage, and targeting his home is portrayed as an attack on the country’s identity. The ministry questioned whether the attack was justified as a response to a purported imminent threat, criticizing the U.S.-Israeli military campaign as arbitrary aggression rather than strategic defense. The announcement underscores growing animosity and accusations exchanged amid regional hostilities. The impact of these strikes extends beyond physical damage, deepening Iran’s narrative of cultural... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Mar 2026 19:12
