US and Israeli airstrikes damaged a major Shia religious hall in northwest Iran on Tuesday, Iranian state television reported.
The Grand Husseiniya, a well-known hall in the city of Zanjan used for gatherings and mourning ceremonies, took direct hits during the morning attack on Ferdowsi Street.
Parts of its distinctive dome and minarets now lie damaged, according to the official account.
Iranian media described the strike as an “enemy attack” and confirmed that rescue teams from the Red Crescent rushed to the scene.
Officials have not yet reported any casualties, but the incident adds to growing concern over damage to cultural and religious landmarks amid the widening conflict.
Zanjan, an industrial centre roughly 300 kilometres northwest of Tehran, sits far from the main battle zones yet still felt the impact of the latest wave of US-Israeli operations.
The strikes follow recent threats from US President Donald Trump and come as both nations press their campaign against Iranian targets.
This marks the latest blow to Iran’s heritage sites.
The United Nations has already verified damage to at least four of the country’s 29 UNESCO-listed locations since the fighting intensified, including historic palaces and mosques in other cities.
Locals in Zanjan expressed shock as the news spread.
Many described the Husseiniya as more than a building – it serves as a focal point for community life and religious observances.
While the full extent of the structural harm remains unclear, images circulating online show debris around the site and emergency crews at work.
The development comes hours after Iranian officials accused the US and Israel of targeting civilian and cultural areas in a broader offensive.
Both Washington and Jerusalem maintain that their actions focus on military objectives, yet incidents like Tuesday’s strike continue to raise questions about collateral effects on ordinary Iranians and their places of worship.
