300 million people celebrate Nowruz under a cloud of war
Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete March 21, 2026 at 04:58 AM
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Nowruz, the ancient Persian New Year, was celebrated on March 21, 2026, by an estimated 300 million people across Iran and Central Asia. The 3,000-year-old celebration, rooted in Zoroastrianism, marks the beginning of spring in the northern hemisphere. While Nowruz is a time of joy and renewal, this year's festivities occurred amidst ongoing war in the Middle East. The conflict cast a shadow over the celebrations for many observing the holiday. Nowruz is a significant cultural event for those who celebrate it.
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