Summary
The United States and Israel have launched military strikes on Iran since late February, targeting both military and civilian infrastructure. Iran has responded with attacks on military and civilian sites in Israel and other Gulf countries. This conflict has caused significant casualties and disruptions, particularly affecting civilian facilities like schools and energy plants.
Key Facts
- The US and Israel began military strikes on Iran on February 28, targeting both military assets and civilian areas.
- Iran reports more than 2,000 casualties and 90,000 civilian sites attacked by US-Israeli forces.
- Israel's military actions include attacks in the Gaza Strip, with over 72,000 Palestinians killed.
- Iran's counter-attacks have killed at least 19 people in Israel and affected US bases in Gulf nations.
- At least 13 US soldiers have died due to Iranian strikes.
- Civilian targets include schools, universities, power plants, and water facilities.
- Iran blocked the Strait of Hormuz, causing global oil and gas supply disruptions.
- A primary school in Minab, Iran, was hit shortly after the conflict began, killing at least 170 people.
