- Standing in the Dust: The Assault on Iran's World Heritage.
We are facing a profound wound that affects not just one nation, but all of humanity. Recent and dramatic attacks have severely damaged priceless historical sites in Iran, places protected as national heritage and treasures inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage Lists.
To shed light on this tragedy, analyze its consequences, and discuss necessary actions, the Iranian Cultural Institute invites you to participate in the joint Iran-Italy international webinar:
STANDING IN THE DUST Analysis of the legal, technical, and cultural dimensions of damage to cultural heritage and World Heritage sites.
The meeting will feature distinguished academics and international experts, who will come together to document the destruction of historical memory and outline prospects for its preservation.
Event Details
Order date: Wednesday July 29 2026
Working time: 13:00
Connection: https://meet.google.com/oxt-xhfq-itz
Speakers
Prof. Fabio Cavulli
Professor of Archaeological Research Methodologies at the Department of Humanistic Studies of the University of Naples Federico II.
Prof. Fabio Carbone
Director of the Centre for Global Economic and Social Development (GESD), University of Northampton; humanitarian leader.
Dr. Hojatollah Ayoubi
Senior Advisor to the Minister of Culture of the Republic of Iran and Head of the Center for International Affairs and Diplomacy of the Ministry
Asadollah Haghani
Journalist specializing in cultural heritage for the Ministry of Culture of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Miras news agency
Webinar Topics
Legal Dimensions and Responsibilities
The importance of protecting world heritage in times of war and crisis.
International legal frameworks and state obligations.
Legal liability for damage and destruction of world heritage.
Technical Dimensions (Damage to Heritage During the Ramadan War)
Assessment of damage caused by the conflict to historic buildings.
Pre-crisis preventive measures.
Presentation of field experiences and emergency actions in wartime.
Documentation, monitoring and estimation of losses.
Cultural and Social Dimensions
The cultural and social consequences of damage to humanity's heritage.
The fundamental role of local communities, universities, the media and NGOs.
National and international campaigns to support the affected cultural heritage.
Cultural diplomacy and international cooperation strategies.
Proposals for joint actions aimed at protection and restoration.
Perspectives
Lessons learned from recent international wars and crises
Presentation of operational proposals and political guidelines.
Actions to strengthen global cooperation.