Editorial photo #12963189 Human Interest
Iran-State Event, Kneel Before Iranians
Iranian people attend a state event unveiling a sculpture of the Roman emperor Valerian and Shapur I, the Sasanian king of kings, in Enghelab (Revolution) Square, in downtown Tehran, Iran, on November 7, 2025, during the Iran-Israel ceasefire. Following the twelve-day war with Israel, the Islamic Republic of Iran draws upon national symbols and elements of ancient Persian heritage in an effort to strengthen a sense of national solidarity and foster public support for the country's policies. (Photo by Morteza Nikoubazl/NurPhoto)