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US Investigates Airstrike That Killed Civilians at Iran Wedding
A military strike on a residential home hosting a wedding celebration in Iran's Sirik County has triggered a formal US inquiry. The incident left at least four people dead, including two children, and nearly 70 others injured.
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US authorities have launched an investigation into an airstrike that struck a private residence during a wedding gathering in the village of Kuhestak, located in Sirik County, on Tuesday evening. Initial reports indicate the strike killed at least four civilians, including two children, while leaving close to 70 people wounded.
US Vice President-elect J.D. Vance responded to the incident by reiterating that civilian casualties are never intentional targets of military operations. The statement comes amid international scrutiny of the airstrike and mounting questions about how such a strike was conducted in a civilian setting.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with US military officials examining the circumstances surrounding the strike. The scale of civilian casualties—particularly the deaths of children and the large number of injured—has intensified concerns about potential targeting errors or intelligence failures.
The airstrike marks a significant escalation in regional tensions and is likely to draw broader diplomatic attention, particularly given the high civilian toll and the wedding venue context. Regional observers are monitoring the US investigation closely as it unfolds.
The incident underscores continuing challenges in military operations where civilian presence must be weighed against operational objectives. Further details are expected as the inquiry progresses.