Iran's Embassies Delete Posts on Samarkand Heritage After Uzbekistan's Protest

Iran's embassies in Armenia, China, and Zimbabwe have removed social media posts concerning Samarkand's historical and cultural heritage following a strong protest from Uzbekistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Uzbekistan had summoned Iran's ambassador, Muhammad Ali Iskandariy, on October 23rd, demanding the removal of posts that claimed Samarkand's heritage as part of Persian civilization.

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