Overview
- Iran reports at least 56 affected cultural locations, while Tehran’s governor cites damage to 19 museums in the capital and 58 cultural centers nationwide.
- UNESCO has verified damage to Golestan Palace in Tehran and the Jameh Mosque in Isfahan, noting blows from nearby blasts rather than documented direct hits on the sites.
- Additional reported damage includes Chehel Sotoun, Ali Qapu, and buildings around Naqsh-e Jahan Square in Isfahan, as well as historic mansions in Sanandaj.
- Officials in Lorestan say the perimeter of Falak-ol-Aflak castle was hit, two provincial museums sustained damage, and staff injuries were reported.
- Iran accuses the U.S. and Israel of intentionally targeting heritage, which both militaries deny, as ICOM, ICOMOS, and the U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield join UNESCO in condemning the losses.