TEHRAN, IRAN - OCTOBER 18: People look at the artworks at the new metro station "Maryam-e Moqaddas, meaning Holy Virgin Mary,” dedicated to the Armenian community, has opened in Tehran, Iran on October 18, 2025. The station, located near one of the capital’s main Armenian churches, features Christian-themed artwork and has become a focal point of public debate. The design includes murals and reliefs depicting the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, as well as architectural elements inspired by Armenian Christian heritage. ( Fatemeh Bahrami - Anadolu Agency )

TEHRAN, IRAN - OCTOBER 18: People look at the artworks at the new metro station "Maryam-e Moqaddas, meaning Holy Virgin Mary,” dedicated to the Armenian community, has opened in Tehran, Iran on October 18, 2025. The station, located near one of the capital’s main Armenian churches, features Christian-themed artwork and has become a focal point of public debate. The design includes murals and reliefs depicting the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, as well as architectural elements inspired by Armenian Christian heritage. ( Fatemeh Bahrami - Anadolu Agency )

TEHRAN, IRAN - OCTOBER 18: A new metro station "Maryam-e Moqaddas, meaning Holy Virgin Mary,” dedicated to the Armenian community, has opened in Tehran, Iran on October 18, 2025. The station, located near one of the capital’s main Armenian churches, features Christian-themed artwork and has become a focal point of public debate. The design includes murals and reliefs depicting the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, as well as architectural elements inspired by Armenian Christian heritage. ( Fatemeh Bahrami - Anadolu Agency )

TEHRAN, IRAN - OCTOBER 18: People look at the artworks at the new metro station "Maryam-e Moqaddas, meaning Holy Virgin Mary,” dedicated to the Armenian community, has opened in Tehran, Iran on October 18, 2025. The station, located near one of the capital’s main Armenian churches, features Christian-themed artwork and has become a focal point of public debate. The design includes murals and reliefs depicting the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, as well as architectural elements inspired by Armenian Christian heritage. ( Fatemeh Bahrami - Anadolu Agency )

TEHRAN, IRAN - OCTOBER 18: A new metro station "Maryam-e Moqaddas, meaning Holy Virgin Mary,” dedicated to the Armenian community, has opened in Tehran, Iran on October 18, 2025. The station, located near one of the capital’s main Armenian churches, features Christian-themed artwork and has become a focal point of public debate. The design includes murals and reliefs depicting the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, as well as architectural elements inspired by Armenian Christian heritage. ( Fatemeh Bahrami - Anadolu Agency )

TEHRAN, IRAN - OCTOBER 18: A view of the street as a new metro station "Maryam-e Moqaddas, meaning Holy Virgin Mary,” dedicated to the Armenian community, has opened in Tehran, Iran on October 18, 2025. The station, located near one of the capital’s main Armenian churches, features Christian-themed artwork and has become a focal point of public debate. The design includes murals and reliefs depicting the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, as well as architectural elements inspired by Armenian Christian heritage. ( Fatemeh Bahrami - Anadolu Agency )

TEHRAN, IRAN - OCTOBER 18: A view of the street as a new metro station "Maryam-e Moqaddas, meaning Holy Virgin Mary,” dedicated to the Armenian community, has opened in Tehran, Iran on October 18, 2025. The station, located near one of the capital’s main Armenian churches, features Christian-themed artwork and has become a focal point of public debate. The design includes murals and reliefs depicting the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, as well as architectural elements inspired by Armenian Christian heritage. ( Fatemeh Bahrami - Anadolu Agency )

TEHRAN, IRAN - OCTOBER 18: A new metro station "Maryam-e Moqaddas, meaning Holy Virgin Mary,” dedicated to the Armenian community, has opened in Tehran, Iran on October 18, 2025. The station, located near one of the capital’s main Armenian churches, features Christian-themed artwork and has become a focal point of public debate. The design includes murals and reliefs depicting the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, as well as architectural elements inspired by Armenian Christian heritage. ( Fatemeh Bahrami - Anadolu Agency )

TEHRAN, IRAN - OCTOBER 18: A new metro station "Maryam-e Moqaddas, meaning Holy Virgin Mary,” dedicated to the Armenian community, has opened in Tehran, Iran on October 18, 2025. The station, located near one of the capital’s main Armenian churches, features Christian-themed artwork and has become a focal point of public debate. The design includes murals and reliefs depicting the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, as well as architectural elements inspired by Armenian Christian heritage. ( Fatemeh Bahrami - Anadolu Agency )

TEHRAN, IRAN - OCTOBER 18: A new metro station "Maryam-e Moqaddas, meaning Holy Virgin Mary,” dedicated to the Armenian community, has opened in Tehran, Iran on October 18, 2025. The station, located near one of the capital’s main Armenian churches, features Christian-themed artwork and has become a focal point of public debate. The design includes murals and reliefs depicting the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, as well as architectural elements inspired by Armenian Christian heritage. ( Fatemeh Bahrami - Anadolu Agency )

TEHRAN, IRAN - OCTOBER 18: A new metro station "Maryam-e Moqaddas, meaning Holy Virgin Mary,” dedicated to the Armenian community, has opened in Tehran, Iran on October 18, 2025. The station, located near one of the capital’s main Armenian churches, features Christian-themed artwork and has become a focal point of public debate. The design includes murals and reliefs depicting the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, as well as architectural elements inspired by Armenian Christian heritage. ( Fatemeh Bahrami - Anadolu Agency )

TEHRAN, IRAN - OCTOBER 18: A new metro station "Maryam-e Moqaddas, meaning Holy Virgin Mary,” dedicated to the Armenian community, has opened in Tehran, Iran on October 18, 2025. The station, located near one of the capital’s main Armenian churches, features Christian-themed artwork and has become a focal point of public debate. The design includes murals and reliefs depicting the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, as well as architectural elements inspired by Armenian Christian heritage. ( Fatemeh Bahrami - Anadolu Agency )

TEHRAN, IRAN - OCTOBER 18: A new metro station "Maryam-e Moqaddas, meaning Holy Virgin Mary,” dedicated to the Armenian community, has opened in Tehran, Iran on October 18, 2025. The station, located near one of the capital’s main Armenian churches, features Christian-themed artwork and has become a focal point of public debate. The design includes murals and reliefs depicting the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, as well as architectural elements inspired by Armenian Christian heritage. ( Fatemeh Bahrami - Anadolu Agency )

TEHRAN, IRAN - OCTOBER 18: A new metro station "Maryam-e Moqaddas, meaning Holy Virgin Mary,” dedicated to the Armenian community, has opened in Tehran, Iran on October 18, 2025. The station, located near one of the capital’s main Armenian churches, features Christian-themed artwork and has become a focal point of public debate. The design includes murals and reliefs depicting the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, as well as architectural elements inspired by Armenian Christian heritage. ( Fatemeh Bahrami - Anadolu Agency )

TEHRAN, IRAN - OCTOBER 18: People look at the artworks at the new metro station "Maryam-e Moqaddas, meaning Holy Virgin Mary,” dedicated to the Armenian community, has opened in Tehran, Iran on October 18, 2025. The station, located near one of the capital’s main Armenian churches, features Christian-themed artwork and has become a focal point of public debate. The design includes murals and reliefs depicting the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, as well as architectural elements inspired by Armenian Christian heritage. ( Fatemeh Bahrami - Anadolu Agency )

TEHRAN, IRAN - OCTOBER 18: A new metro station "Maryam-e Moqaddas, meaning Holy Virgin Mary,” dedicated to the Armenian community, has opened in Tehran, Iran on October 18, 2025. The station, located near one of the capital’s main Armenian churches, features Christian-themed artwork and has become a focal point of public debate. The design includes murals and reliefs depicting the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, as well as architectural elements inspired by Armenian Christian heritage. ( Fatemeh Bahrami - Anadolu Agency )

TEHRAN, IRAN - OCTOBER 18: People look at the artworks at the new metro station "Maryam-e Moqaddas, meaning Holy Virgin Mary,” dedicated to the Armenian community, has opened in Tehran, Iran on October 18, 2025. The station, located near one of the capital’s main Armenian churches, features Christian-themed artwork and has become a focal point of public debate. The design includes murals and reliefs depicting the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, as well as architectural elements inspired by Armenian Christian heritage. ( Fatemeh Bahrami - Anadolu Agency )

TEHRAN, IRAN - OCTOBER 18: A new metro station "Maryam-e Moqaddas, meaning Holy Virgin Mary,” dedicated to the Armenian community, has opened in Tehran, Iran on October 18, 2025. The station, located near one of the capital’s main Armenian churches, features Christian-themed artwork and has become a focal point of public debate. The design includes murals and reliefs depicting the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, as well as architectural elements inspired by Armenian Christian heritage. ( Fatemeh Bahrami - Anadolu Agency )