US-Israel Bombing Kills 1,640 Iranians Including 544 Children at 430 Schools
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US-Israel Bombing Kills 1,640 Iranians Including 544 Children at 430 Schools

04 April, 2026.Iran.16 sources

Key Takeaways

  • U.S. and Israel launched joint strikes on Iran, escalating the war.
  • Iran hits Gulf refineries; two U.S. planes down, one crew member rescued.
  • Oil prices surge as markets react to the escalation.

US-Israeli Bombing Kills Thousands

The Pentagon confirmed the US-Israel campaign had killed 1,640 Iranians including 544 children.

At least 430 schools have been destroyed or severely damaged across Iran.

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The single deadliest strike hit a girls school in Minab, killing at least 153 people.

Trump threatened to continue with ferocious, unyielding resolve despite only 27% approval.

The Atlantic Council described the campaign as a high-risk gamble with unclear objectives.

Iran Retaliates, Closes Strait of Hormuz

Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed and launched retaliatory missile strikes on Israel that killed 11 people.

Iran's defense ministry threatened no mercy or forgiveness after US-Israeli strikes assassinated Khamenei.

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The closure of the Strait triggered immediate economic shockwaves.

US intelligence warned Iran is unlikely to open the Strait soon because it provides Iran's only leverage.

US Aircraft Downed Over Iran

Two US combat aircraft were shot down inside Iran.

One crew member was rescued and the other is missing.

Iran offered locals £50,000 to hand over the missing pilot alive.

Trump told The Independent, No, it’s war. We’re in war.

Economic and Diplomatic Consequences

The war disrupted energy and food markets globally.

Brent crude approached $110 a barrel.

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The UN Security Council was expected to vote on a Bahrain proposal to secure the Strait.

The International Cooperation Center noted far-reaching implications for the global economy and governance.

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