Iranian Jewish community

'Iran twisting Purim story to smear the Jews'

Haman the Persian? Activist reflects on Jewish life in Iran, Mordechai & Esther's Tomb, and how the Purim story is being used against Jews.

A new blow to Iran's forgotten Jews

Human rights group "3 Generations" should know better than to feature a journalist who denied oppression of Iran's Jews. Op-ed

Watch: Selichot in Iran

Rabbi Yehuda Gerami, Chief Rabbi of Iran, posts footage of a Selichot prayer service at the synagogue in Isfahan.

Chief Rabbi of Iran speaks out

Rabbi Yehuda Garami claims Iranian Jews have 'total freedom of religion'. 'Unlike in Europe, we don't need guards for our synagogues.'

Iran's chief rabbi speaks out against Israel

In interview on official Iranian television, chief rabbi of the Iranian Jewish community condemns "Zionism".

Tomb of Mordechai and Esther reportedly set on fire

Tomb of Mordechai and Esther, located in the Iranian city of Hamadan, reportedly set on fire. Jewish groups condemn.

Watch: Megillah reading at Tomb of Mordechai and Esther

The Chief Rabbi of Iran led a reading of the Scroll of Esther on the occasion of the Purim holiday.

LA Iranian-Americans welcome dialogue with Trump admin. official

Trump administration's Brian Hook addresses Jewish, Christian, and Muslim Iranians in LA following elimination of Qassem Soleimani.

LA’s Iranian Jews enjoy first musical selichot performance

Watch: Hundreds of Iranian Jews in LA gather for special musical Selichot prayer service.

Iranian American Jewish Federation Saluted by ILAI Fund

'Technology has given us the ability to provide a way for these special children to express their feelings.'

'Happy Rosh Hashanah', tweets Iranian Foreign Minister

Mohammad Javad Zarif takes to Twitter to wish the Jewish people a Happy New Year, includes photos from Iran synagogue.

Iran paves way for Jews to run in municipal election

Iranian authorities overturned ban implemented barring religious minorities from standing in municipal polls.

Report: Vandals attack Iran synagogue, destroy Torah scrolls

Vandals break into the Hadash Synagogue in the Iranian city of Shiraz, destroy Torah scrolls and deface prayer books. Police investigating.

Iranian Jewish lawmaker blasts Netanyahu

Jewish member of Iran’s parliament calls Netanyahu "insane vampire" over his comments that Iran seeks the annihilation of the Jews.

Iran, the Holocaust, 'Septembers of Shiraz' — and me

“Septembers of Shiraz” is a film about a prosperous Jewish family in Iran caught up in the aftermath of the 1979 revolution.

What is Life Like for Iranian Jewry?

Reporter who visited Iran gives details about Iranian Jews after historic visit. While they're not 'miserable', life can be precarious.

Mossad: Three Missing Iranian Jews Were Murdered

Cyrus and Ibrahim Karamani, and Norallah Rabizadeh, escaped Tehran in 1997. Their families are in Israel.

Iranian Police Return Stolen Torah to Jewish Community

'Invaluable' Torah scroll was among several ancient manuscripts which 'disappeared' from a synagogue in Shiraz; Jewish MP thanks police.

Iranian Chief Rabbi Bans Insulting Mohammed

Insulting Mohammed punishable by death in Judaism, Iran's Chief Rabbi allegedly says in statement likely coerced by authorities.

Memorial Brings Recognition to Iran's Jewish 'Martyrs'

Special memorial erected in Tehran's Jewish cemetery highlights different perceptions of 'Jews' and 'Zionists' in Iran, locals say.

Iran Unveils Monument to Jewish 'Martyrs'

At a public ceremony Monday, Iran unveiled a monument dedicated to Jewish soldiers killed in the 1980-1988 Iran-Iraq War.

Iranian Chief Rabbi Dies

Rabbi Yousef Hamadani Cohen, 98, dies of illness. What's next for Jews in Iran?

Rouhani Donates Money to Jewish Hospital

Iranian President donates $170,000 to the country's only Jewish hospital, his second such gesture since taking office.

Spotlight: From Iran to the IDF

Until 18 months ago, S. lived in her Iranian Jewish community and dreamed of making Aliyah. Now, she is serving in Israel's Border Police.

Iranian Jews Protest in Favor of Nuclear Program

In a rare public display, members of Iran's Jewish community rally in support of the country's nuclear program.

Expert Reveals Iran’s Fake Jewish Support

Iranian leaders are showing off their Jews in hopes of boosting the country’s image, Iranian Jewish expert says.

Tehran Jewish Leader to Obama: Carpe Diem

Head of Tehran's Jewish community tells Obama he has an "unrepeatable" opportunity to mend fences with Iran.

Iranian Jews Hope for Change with Rouhani

The Jews who still remain in Iran "have an easy life" but hope for an improved standing under the new leadership.

Iranian Jews in U.S. Reject Invitation to Meet Rouhani

Members of the Iranian Jewish community in the U.S. refuse meeting with new Iranian president despite his recent moderate comments.

The Bread Oven that Travelled from Iran to New York

New York's Iranian Jewish community is excited and moved by a bread oven which came all the way from Iran to a local kosher supermarket.

24-Year-Old Jew Murdered in Iran

24-year-old Daniel Magrufta, who was dating the daughter of a member of the Revolutionary Guards, was murdered in Iran.

Jewish Woman Murdered in Isfahan by Muslim Extremists

A Jewish woman was murdered in Isfahan by Muslim extremists intent on taking away her home to expand a mosque next door.