Events tagged with "habib elghanian"

Historical Events tagged with "habib elghanian"

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Politics & Government

Execution of Habib Elghanian in Tehran

May 9th, 1979 45 years ago

Habib Elghanian, an Iranian Jewish businessman, was executed by firing squad in Tehran. His execution marked a turning point for the Jewish community in Iran, leading to a mass exodus of its members, who previously numbered around 100,000. Religious and political tensions during the Iranian Revolution culminated in this event, raising fears for the safety of Jews in the country. Following the execution, many chose to leave Iran in search of safety and a more stable environment.