Zagros Mountains: A spectacular window into early human history, by Gift Luckson The Zagros Caves are a series of prehistoric sites located in the Zagros Mountains spanning western Iran and eastern Iraq. These caves are among the most important archaeological sites in the Middle East, providing invaluable insights into early human habitation, culture, and evolution. Historical and Archaeological Significance The caves have evidence of Neanderthals and early modern humans living in the region tens of thousands of years ago. Archaeologists have uncovered stone tools, animal bones, and hearths, which indicate early hunting, gathering, and survival strategies. READ ALSO: Child Hawking: A lifeline for...