The ongoing war involving the United States, Israel, and Iran entered its seventh day on Friday, with the number of casualties continuing to rise rapidly as the conflict expands across multiple regions.
Reports indicate that more than 1,200 people have been killed since the fighting began, with the majority of deaths occurring in Iran following missile attacks on the capital, Tehran.
Death Toll in Iran Surpasses 1,200
According to the semi official Tasnim News Agency, the number of people killed in Iran due to the US and Israeli strikes increased to 1,230 on Thursday.
Earlier figures had shown the death toll climbing steadily from 787 to 1,045 within a day highlighting the intensity of the ongoing attacks. Despite the rising casualties, there are no clear signs that the war will end soon.
Casualties Reported in Israel and Among US Forces
Iranian missile strikes on Israel territory have also resulted in casualties. Authorities reported that at least 12 people were killed in Israel, including nine residents of Beit Shemesh who died when a missile hit the city.
In addition, six American citizens were confirmed dead after an Iranian missile strike targeted a US military base in Kuwait during the escalating conflict.
Iranian Sailors Rescued After Submarine Attack
Sri Lankan authorities reported that several Iranian sailors injured during a submarine strike in the Indian Ocean are receiving treatment in the port city of Galle.
The incident reportedly involved the Iranian naval vessel IRIS Dena. Rescue teams recovered 87 bodies from the scene while 32 sailors survived and are being treated for minor injuries at the National Hospital in Galle.
Officials say the survivors are expected to be discharged soon. Search and rescue operations are still ongoing, with around 60 crew members believed to be missing.
Tehran has reportedly requested assistance from Sri Lanka to repatriate the recovered bodies, though officials have not yet announced a timeline.
Tanker Explosion Reported Near Kuwaiti Waters
Meanwhile, Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior confirmed that a large explosion on a tanker occurred more than 60 kilometres from the Mubarak al-Kabeer port, outside the country’s territorial waters.
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said the vessel’s captain reported hearing a loud explosion on the tanker’s port side. Shortly afterward, a small craft was seen leaving the area, raising suspicions about the cause of the blast.
While all crew members were reported safe, the tanker sustained damage and began taking on water. Oil was also seen leaking from a cargo tank, raising concerns about possible environmental pollution in the surrounding waters.
