The Newroz holiday comes at a critical time, as Kurds in Turkey push for peace while their brethren in Syria and Iran fear further conflict.

The island’s government, rationing fuel amid shortages from the Iran war, surprised residents by imposing an unusual four-day week.

As they start a new year, Iranians are reckoning with bombardment, repression and economic misery. Still, many are holding fast to ancient traditions.