Tehran Under Fire: Synagogue Destroyed Amid Deadly US-Israeli Strikes
US-Israeli military strikes in Iran leave over a dozen dead as a historic Tehran synagogue is destroyed, raising international concerns and tensions.
Tehran, Iran - In a sudden and devastating series of attacks, a historic synagogue in the heart of Tehran was destroyed amid a wave of US-Israeli airstrikes that have left over a dozen civilians dead across the Iranian capital.
The strikes, which began late last night, targeted various military and government installations, according to Iranian officials. However, one of the most tragic incidents was the destruction of the Abrishami Synagogue, a beloved landmark in Tehran's old city that dated back to the 19th century.
Eyewitnesses report that the synagogue was hit by a precision-guided missile, leaving the building in ruins and causing multiple casualties among the worshippers inside. Iranian authorities have condemned the attack, calling it a blatant act of aggression and a violation of international law.
The US and Israel have not officially claimed responsibility for the strikes, but intelligence sources suggest the two allies coordinated the operation as part of an ongoing effort to degrade Iran's military capabilities. The attacks come amid heightened tensions in the region following a series of Iranian missile strikes on US and Israeli targets in recent months.
In a televised address, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi condemned the strikes as a
Source: Al Jazeera
