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5 Jun 2026, 17:39

"Masoud Nabidoust," a journalist from Khorasan active in the field of cultural heritage, reported through the publication of images that the historic Evangelical Church in Mashhad, listed as a national heritage site in Iran, was completely demolished in the early hours of Thursday, June 14, 1405 (June 4, 2026).

Iranian media, including "Jamaran," have stated that the demolition of this church was carried out "by unknown agents" using a bulldozer.

Cultural heritage activists say this action occurred amid the negligence of cultural heritage officials, an operation that lasted about two hours, and on the morning of June 14, access to the area around the church was restricted to prevent individuals and journalists from taking photographs.

The motivation and identity of the individuals or entities responsible for the demolition are unclear, but this is not the first time a nationally registered historical building in Iran has been demolished overnight without any authority taking responsibility.

The historic Evangelical Church dates back to the Pahlavi era and is located on Golestan Alley, Jannat Street in Mashhad. This site was registered as one of Iran's national heritage sites on August 16, 2005, with registration number 13375.

Previously, buildings such as churches, tombs, and structures belonging to religious minorities, including Baha'is, Christians, and Jews, have been demolished.
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