US-Israeli Strikes Kill Over 200 Iranians Including 153 at Girls School
Key Takeaways
- F-15E shot down over Iran; one crew member rescued, second missing, search ongoing.
- Iran claims two US jets shot down; second pilot ejected outside Iranian territory, rescue ongoing.
- SAR operation active with helicopters and refueling aircraft aiding rescue.
US-Israel Bomb Iran, Kill Hundreds
US and Israeli forces carried out coordinated strikes inside Iran as part of "Operation Epic Fury," killing at least 201 people and injuring 747 according to the Iranian Red Crescent.
“2 US jets downed by Iranian fire; search and rescue mission underway for 1 crew member Two Black Hawk helicopters were also struck by incoming fire, officials said”
The deadliest single US-Israeli strike hit a girls school in Minab, killing at least 153 children and staff.
AP News confirmed the school strike but attributed it to anonymous officials, while the Pentagon confirmed six US service members killed without acknowledging the larger Iranian civilian toll.
The Atlantic Council characterized the campaign as a major shift toward pursuing regime change.
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