Escalating Tensions: Impact of the Iran-Israel Conflict

The 12-day air conflict between Iran and Israel has claimed 935 Iranian lives, according to the latest forensic data released by the Iranian judiciary. This figure reflects a significant rise from the earlier report of 610 casualties provided by the health ministry before the ceasefire was implemented last Tuesday.

The death toll includes 38 children and 132 women, highlighting the severe impact on civilians. Israel commenced the air strikes on June 13, targeting Iranian nuclear sites, leading to both military and civilian casualties, marking the most severe impact on Iran since its conflict with Iraq in the 1980s.

The United States joined the fray on June 22 with its own strikes. Iran's Foreign Ministry, represented by spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei, condemned Israel's actions as unprovoked and equated all damage and life loss to war crimes. The evidence is set to be presented to international bodies demanding accountability.

(With inputs from agencies.)