Iran: International Law and the Protection of Cultural Heritage in Times of War

Tehran, Azadi Tower.
Tehran, Azadi Tower. Photograph: Davoud Ghahrdar/AP

SUMMARY

Start:

May 12, 2026

End:

May 12, 2026

Time:

17:30 - 19:00

Location:

The Courtauld Institute of Art, Vernon Square Campus, Lecture Theatre 2, London WC1X 9EW

The humanitarian toll and widespread disruption of life caused by the relentless bombing campaigns in the war on Iran since February 28, 2026, are tragic. Equally significant is the destruction of monuments of profound cultural importance to Iran and Iranians.

Join us for ‘Iran: International Law and the Protection of Cultural Heritage in Times of War’ presented by Courtauld Trans-Asias in collaboration with the Iran Heritage Foundation.