Israel Attacks: Civilian Deaths – Iran Health Minister
Iranian officials report a tragic surge in civilian casualties amid the escalating conflict with Israel. Health minister Zafarghandi confirms that a majority of the deceased and wounded are civilians, including women and children, following recent attacks. The
Civilian Casualties Mount in Iran-Israel Conflict Escalation
Updated June 16, 2025
Tehran – The escalating conflict between Iran and Israel has resulted in a surge of civilian casualties, according to Iranian officials. Health Minister Mohammadreza Zafarghandi stated Sunday that a majority of those killed and wounded in recent days are civilians, including a significant number of women and children. The
The recent violence began early Friday when Israel launched what Iranian officials described as unprovoked assaults on the Islamic Republic. These attacks targeted not only military infrastructure and nuclear facilities but also residential buildings in Tehran and other cities. Iran claims the
In response, Iran initiated “True Promise III,” a retaliatory operation involving missile strikes against what it called “occupied Palestinian territories” Friday night. The operation followed a televised message from ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, who vowed that the
What’s next
The international community is watching closely as tensions remain high. Further escalation could lead to a broader regional conflict, prompting calls for de-escalation and diplomatic solutions.