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New Excavation Season to Begin at Qal-e Kord: Tracing 400,000 Years of Human History in Iran
A new season of archaeological excavations at Qal-e Kord, believed to be the oldest known human settlement in Iran, is set to begin in early August. The project aims to uncover new evidence of prehistoric human life, including Neanderthals and earlier hominins. Scientific and Governmental Support Behind the Project The upcoming excavation season was announced…