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History of Persian rule over the three islands
The historical accounts of the Greeks and Romans and pre-Islamic travelogues show that the inhabitants of all the coasts and islands of the Persian Gulf were Iranian. The Achaemenid documents and inscriptions discovered on Kharg Island are an example of these cases. The Kharg cuneiform inscription measuring 20 x 30 centimeters is written on the island's native coral stone, and the crown engraved on it indicates the effective rule and presence of the Iranian empire over these islands. This unique and unparalleled inscription was accidentally found in 2007 during the asphalting and construction of a road on Kharg Island.

 In recent years, the Republic of Tajikistan has witnessed a remarkable cultural revival under the directive and vision of its national leadership. Central to this movement has been the renewed emphasis on Iranic identity and heritage, particularly through the state-sponsored dissemination of Persian literary masterpieces such as Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh. 

 The smuggling of ancient artifacts isn’t just an economic offense; It’s a wound to our shared history and identity. Through awareness, education and a shift in perception, We can weaken the demand that fuels this hidden trade.