Art Exhibition Honors Child Victims of War in Iran
They are gone, the drawings live on: Art from child victims of West Asia war chill the bone
Hindustan Times
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An art exhibition titled 'Minab Children Still Draw the Sun' showcased drawings created by children killed in a bombing at a school in Minab, Iran, during the Iran-US-Israel war. The exhibition aimed to honor the innocent lives lost and evoke a strong emotional response from visitors.
- 01The exhibition featured drawings by children killed in a bombing in Minab, Iran.
- 02Around 160 children aged five to seven were victims of the attack on February 28.
- 03Artworks were recovered from school bags buried under rubble by Red Crescent teams.
- 04The exhibition included photographs of graves and videos of the bombing aftermath.
- 05Visitors expressed grief and solidarity through messages displayed alongside the art.
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The exhibition 'Minab Children Still Draw the Sun' recently held at the Iranian Embassy in New Delhi displayed poignant drawings created by children who lost their lives in a bombing at a school in Minab, Iran, on February 28, during the Iran-US-Israel war. Approximately 160 children, aged five to seven, were killed in this tragic incident. The artworks, discovered in school bags buried under rubble by Red Crescent rescue teams, were scanned and sent to various locations, including the Iranian Embassy. The exhibition served as a somber reminder of the innocence lost, with many visitors moved to tears. Displayed alongside the drawings were photographs of graves and a video depicting the destruction of the school, highlighting the human cost of war. Visitors left handwritten messages of tribute, expressing grief, anger, and solidarity with the victims and their families. The exhibition aimed not only to showcase the children's art but also to mourn their untimely deaths and advocate for peace.
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The exhibition serves as a poignant reminder of the tragic consequences of war, particularly on children, and encourages discussions about peace and solidarity.
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