Iran Accuses Israel, US of Damaging Heritage Sites; Regime Critics Blame Tehran's Leadership

The Iranian regime has accused Israel and the United States of purposefully striking UNESCO heritage sites in Iran as part of their military operations, framing the attacks as cultural genocide. Regime critics blame Tehran's leadership for using such rhetoric to justify further aggression and suppress internal dissent. The dispute over heritage sites adds a cultural dimension to the military conflict, raising questions about the long-term impact on regional history and identity.