First Armenian Killed in US-Israeli Strike in Iran

An Armenian civilian was killed in Iran’s city of Isfahan following U.S. and Israeli airstrikes, according to the Armenian Diocese of Isfahan.

The victim, identified as Hovhanes (Amirkhan) Simonian, was killed at his workplace on the morning of March 26 during bombardments targeting the Baharestan district.

According to available information, at least 26 people were killed in the March 26 attacks in Isfahan, including four children.

In an official statement, diocesan authorities expressed deep sorrow over the loss, extending condolences and support to Simonian’s family. The message was issued on behalf of the Primate’s Locum Tenens and national community bodies.