(Jewish Telegraphic Agency)
The synagogue built in Zirikar by Jewish refugees from Russia was destroyed as a result of an explosion. The watchman, a Russian, Maksimov, was killed in the explosion.
It is the general belief that the explosion was arranged by Russian monarchists. The authorities have ordered an investigation.
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