„Ce văd europenii la știri nu este Iranul adevărat”. O scriitoare iraniană, a cărei mătușă a fost executată la 18 ani, vorbește despre partea mai puțin vizibilă a țării sale

Shiva Rahbaran, an Iranian author, discusses the complexities of Iran's history and the impact of the 1979 revolution in an interview. Her novel, "My Name is Innocence," reflects on her family's trauma, particularly the execution of her young aunt. Rahbaran emphasizes the disconnect between the portrayal of Iran in Western media and the reality of its people. She shares her experiences of exile and the challenges of identity, highlighting the need for continued communication between democratic governments and the Iranian populace. The narrative of her book explores the personal and collective struggles of Iranians during a time of political upheaval.