Jewish philanthropist Joseph Safra, worlds richest banker, dies at 82

Safra was deeply involved in Jewish community affairs, funding health, education and charity projects and paying for the construction of synagogues and community centers.

Joseph Safra, brother of billionaire Edmond Safra arrives at Monaco law court to attend the trial of American nurse Ted Maher charged in the arson death of his billionaire employer Edmond Safra three years ago arrives with policeman at Monaco law court November 21, 2002.

Joseph Safra, brother of billionaire Edmond Safra arrives at Monaco law court to attend the trial of American nurse Ted Maher charged in the arson death of his billionaire employer Edmond Safra three years ago arrives with policeman at Monaco law court November 21, 2002.

(photo credit: REUTERS/ERIC GAILLARD/FILE PHOTO)

ByREUTERS

DECEMBER 10, 2020 20:03

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