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Jewish Community in Isfahan Mourns Khamenei as a Protective Figure

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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Jul 8, 2026

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The Jewish community leader in Isfahan mourns Ali Khamenei, praising his humility and distinction between Judaism and Zionism, and noting widespread mourning across Iran and Iraq.

  • 01Jewish leader Soleiman Zadikpour mourns Ali Khamenei's death in Iranian media.
  • 02Khamenei is described as humble, fatherly, and beloved across social classes.
  • 03He separated Judaism as a religion from Zionism as a political movement.
  • 04Khamenei gave Iranian Jews a sense of security and national belonging.
  • 05Mass mourning in Iran and Iraq shows broad solidarity across religions.
  • 06Zadikpour emphasizes Khamenei's respect for all people regardless of faith.

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Ali Khamenei
PlacesIsfahan, Iran, Iraq

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SrugimRight · HebrewJul 8, 2026
Jewish Community in Isfahan Mourns Khamenei as a Protective Figure
Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewJul 8, 2026
Isfahan's Jewish Leader Mourns Khamenei, Highlights His Support for Religious Minorities

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