US and Israeli Airstrikes in Iran Draw UN Concern Over Civilian Casualties

US and Israeli military strikes targeted an Iranian town, resulting in civilian casualties that prompted the UN secretary-general to express deep concern over escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran. The incidents mark a significant escalation in recent cross-border military exchanges.

3 Sept, 02:11 — 3 Sept, 02:11

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In Iranian town, a wedding was shattered by deadly strike during US air attack

A US missile hit a home in southern Iran where dozens were gathered to celebrate the wedding of a fisherman’s daughter, according to a rights group and Iranian media. Iranian state media said four people – two women and two children – were killed and more than 60 were wounded. The rights group said one of the children, a teenager, was killed by another strike on a nearby communications tower. Heavy explosions shook the coastal town of Kuhestak on the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, and security...

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