Tehran Unveils Statue Celebrating Ancient Victory and National Pride
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A new statue in Tehran depicts Roman Emperor Valerian kneeling before Persian King Shapur I, symbolizing Iran's historical resilience and victory over Rome, and serving as a message of defiance amid recent tensions with the West.
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