Summary
United States and Israeli strikes reportedly destroyed a synagogue in Tehran, Iran, according to Iranian media. The attacks occurred overnight, leading to the destruction of the Rafi-Nia Synagogue and additional casualties reported across Iran.
Key Facts
- Iranian media reported a synagogue in Tehran was destroyed by U.S.-Israeli strikes.
- A nearby residential building was also attacked, leading to severe damage of nearby structures.
- The attacks in Iran reportedly killed at least 15 people overnight.
- Media showed footage of the synagogue ruins with scattered Hebrew books.
- There were no immediate casualty reports for the synagogue incident.
- A Jewish representative in Iran condemned the attack on the synagogue during Jewish holidays.
- Iran’s Jewish community is small and Judaism is a legally recognized minority religion in the country.
- Additional attacks were reported in cities east and west of Tehran, leading to more casualties.
