Jewish and Muslim institutions heighten security amid Israel-Iran war

Following warnings from the Department of Homeland Security, local religious leaders in Maryland are ramping up safety measures, focusing on preventing attacks on Jewish and Muslim communities.

NEW JERSEY police officers stand guard in front of the United Synagogue of Hoboken in New Jersey, last year.

NEW JERSEY police officers stand guard in front of the United Synagogue of Hoboken in New Jersey, last year.

(photo credit: Eduardo Munoz/Reuters)

ByGABRIELLA FINE / TNS

JUNE 25, 2025 21:26