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New Persian

New Persian, also known as Modern Persian or Farsi, is the contemporary form of the Persian language, which evolved from Old Persian and Middle Persian. Spoken primarily in Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan, it features a simplified grammar compared to its predecessors. New Persian incorporates vocabulary from Arabic, Turkish, and other languages due to historical interactions. It is written in a modified Arabic script and is known for its rich literary tradition, including poetry and prose. As a key cultural element, it reflects the history and identity of Persian-speaking people in the region.