US investigating if missile hit Iran wedding, Vance says
Summary
The US military is investigating claims that its missiles hit a wedding in southern Iran, killing at least four people, including children. US officials deny targeting civilians and are skeptical of the reports, but say they will look into the incident.Key Facts
- Iran says at least four people were killed and 67 injured when missile shrapnel hit a wedding party.
- The Iranian Red Crescent Society reported the incident happened in Sirik, southern Iran.
- Iranian officials called the strike a "war crime."
- The US fired missiles on the same day, responding to attacks on American forces.
- A US Central Command spokesperson said the US never targets civilians.
- Vice-President JD Vance expressed skepticism about the reports but confirmed an investigation.
- The incident has led to fresh Iranian attacks on US bases in Kuwait and the UAE.
- Videos and images show damage near the wedding location, including the destruction of a nearby telecommunications tower.
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