Iranian authorities say recent US strikes on Iran on July 8 and 9 killed at least 17 people and injured 115 others, while causing an estimated $300 million in damage to civilian infrastructure. The figures were released by Iranian officials, who also condemned the attacks as a violation of international law.
According to Iran’s Health Ministry and other government officials, the strikes damaged residential areas and public infrastructure in addition to military-related sites. Officials said civilians were among those killed in the attacks. Iranian casualty figures have changed over time, with earlier official reports citing lower numbers.
Iran Condemns the Attacks
Iran described the strikes as a breach of international law and strongly condemned the military action. Iranian officials said the attacks caused significant human and economic losses and called for international attention to the incident.
US Says Strikes Targeted Military Objectives
US officials said the operation was aimed at specific military targets and was carried out in response to recent attacks attributed to Iran and heightened tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Washington has maintained that the strikes were defensive in nature and intended to protect regional security and freedom of navigation.
Casualty Figures Have Varied
Casualty figures have differed across official updates. Initial statements from Iranian authorities reported at least 14 deaths and dozens of injuries, while the latest figures released by Iranian officials put the toll at 17 people killed and 115 injured.
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