Clashes Continue Between US and Iran
US airstrikes targeting Iranian positions resulted in 18 deaths and 76 injuries as tensions rise between the parties.
As clashes between the US and Iran escalate with new attacks, developments in the region continue to cause concern in the international community and at the United Nations.
Casualties of the Attacks
The attacks launched by the US Central Command against Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targets in Iran continued until morning.
Statements made by Iranian authorities reported that at least 18 people lost their lives and 76 people were injured as a result of these military operations.
Mutual Statements from the Parties
US President Donald Trump stated in remarks made in the Oval Office that they are ready to launch new attacks against Iran whenever they want.
From the Tehran front, harsh threats against Washington continue to come, and it is stated that new strategies will be put into effect.
United Nations Call
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed deep concern over the reignited clashes between the US and Iran.
Through a UN spokesperson, calls were reiterated for the immediate cessation of military actions and avoidance of rhetoric that would escalate tensions.