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U.S.-Israeli Airstrikes Destroy Tehran Synagogue, Casualties Reported

4/7/2026

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U.S.-Israeli airstrikes on April 7, 2026 destroyed the Rafi-Nia Synagogue in Tehran, a significant site for the Jewish community.
Local reports say the bombing campaign across Iran caused over a dozen casualties.
Rabbi Younes Hammami Lalezar surveyed the wreckage.
Iranian officials condemned the strikes, with Iran's culture minister expressing distress over the destruction.
U.S. President Donald Trump had previously threatened to attack civilian infrastructure in Iran.

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Story summary

U.S.-Israeli airstrikes on April 7, 2026 destroyed the Rafi-Nia Synagogue in Tehran, a significant site for the Jewish community.
Local reports say the bombing campaign across Iran caused over a dozen casualties.
Rabbi Younes Hammami Lalezar surveyed the wreckage.
Iranian officials condemned the strikes, with Iran's culture minister expressing distress over the destruction.
U.S. President Donald Trump had previously threatened to attack civilian infrastructure in Iran.