Islam historically caused a genocide of Iranians beginning in 651 that continues in modern times. Fact check

The claim that Islam historically caused a genocide of Iranians beginning in 651 and continuing today mixes historical events with modern political realities but oversimplifies complex dynamics. Historical sources indicate that after the Islamic conquest of Persia, Zoroastrians and other groups faced persecution and decline, but this does not meet the strict definition of genocide as a continuous, intentional campaign. Modern accusations of genocide in Iran relate primarily to specific events, such as the 1988 massacre of political prisoners and ongoing repression of religious minorities, rather than a direct continuation of ancient conflicts. The sources largely reflect contemporary political or ideological perspectives without strong scholarly consensus supporting the claim of a continuous genocide from 651 onward. Thus, while persecution and violence have occurred, framing it as a single, ongoing genocide caused by Islam is an overstatement.