For Jewish Iranians, war with Israel brings a flood of mixed emotions
Summary
Iran’s Jewish community, one of the largest in the Middle East outside Israel, faces mixed feelings amid the ongoing war between Iran and Israel. While they express loyalty to Iran, some also share concerns about discrimination and rising anti-Jewish rhetoric during the conflict.Key Facts
- There are about 12,000 Jewish Iranians today, down from around 100,000 before 1979.
- Iranian Jews say they face restrictions, such as employment limits and unequal treatment in the judiciary.
- Jewish Iranians cannot visit Israel due to travel bans tied to political tensions.
- Some Jewish Iranians feel conflicted because of the war between Iran and Israel but remain loyal to Iran.
- Government propaganda often mixes anti-Israel messages with anti-Jewish rhetoric.
- Some Jews in Iran fear for their safety as the conflict intensifies and anti-Jewish statements increase.
- Despite challenges, some Jewish Iranians say they are happy to live in Iran and practice their religion openly.
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