Women gathered in a small Iranian town for a wedding. Then a deadly US strike hit
A U.S. strike hit a home in Kuhestak, southern Iran, on Tuesday evening, killing five people and wounding over 60 others during a wedding celebration. The attack occurred as approximately 150 women and children were gathered in the house and yard.
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Open questions and key claims
US President Donald Trump stated Iran will be 'totally wiped out' if it retaliates, and would be hit 'much harder'.
US Central Command (CENTCOM) spokesperson stated they were aware of reports of civilian casualties originating from Iranian state media and that the US military does not target civilians.
Trump threatens more strikes on Iran, warning that Washington could hit Iran 'anytime we want'.
US Vice President JD Vance stated 'sometimes things happen' when asked about a US strike killing four at an Iran wedding.
Vance expressed skepticism of the reporting, citing Iranian state media's past inaccuracies, but stated the US never targets civilians.
Congressman Ro Khanna called Vance's remarks 'unbelievable gaslighting' and stated the situation is 'war'.
The U.S. military said it was aware of the report but that it “never targets civilians.”
Four people, including two women and two children, were killed in the strike.
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