'You Need More Education': Iran Consulate Reacts To Musk Linking Hormuz To Zoroastrianism
'You Need More Education': Iran Consulate Reacts To Musk Linking Hormuz To Zoroastrianism Published By, Last Updated: June 08, 2026, 21:25 IST Musk’s post triggered
'You Need More Education': Iran Consulate Reacts To Musk Linking Hormuz To Zoroastrianism Published By, Last Updated: June 08, 2026, 21:25 IST Musk’s post triggered a wave of responses from users debating the historical origins of the waterway’s name. CEO of SpaceX and Tesla Elon Musk. (AFP photo) US billionaire Elon Musk on Monday sparked a fresh online debate after posting on X that the “Straits of Hormuz are named after Ahura Mazda from Zoroastrianism," a claim that quickly drew wide reactions.
The Islamic Republic of Iran’s Consulate General in Mumbai responded directly to the post, saying: “History rewards careful reading: Start with #Persian civilisation & start with Strait of #Hormuz… not Strait’s." In a sharper follow-up, the consulate added: “A good start Elon, but you need more education." A good start Elon, but you need more education. pic.twitter.com/PFuyUozjO7— Iran in Mumbai (@IRANinMumbai) June 8, 2026 Musk’s post triggered a wave of responses from users debating the historical origins of the waterway’s name.
Some users argued that the Strait of Hormuz is linked to the ancient Kingdom of Hormuz rather than the Zoroastrian deity Ahura Mazda, while others pointed to alternative historical references and linguistic interpretations. News18 Newsletter Handpicked stories, in your inbox A newsletter with the best of our journalism submit About the Author News Desk The News Desk is a team of passionate editors and writers who break and analyse the most important events unfolding in India and abroad. From live updates to exclusive reports to in-depth explainers,...
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