Hope and heartache: Iranians in Malaysia mark sombre Persian New Year amid conflict

George Mihalcea

Some told CNA that the ongoing war has reinforced their sense of unity and strengthened their resolve to preserve traditions that have endured for generations. KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is home to one of Southeast Asia’s largest Iranian communities, and this year’s Nowruz celebrations – marking the Persian New Year – have been filled with mixed emotions. For many Iranians there, the festivities come at a time of conflict back home . Some told CNA that the ongoing war has reinforced their sense of

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