As the Israel-Iran conflict enters its seventh consecutive day, the death toll continues to rise. According to a new report by the Washington-based group Human Rights Activists, at least 639 people have been killed across Iran in Israeli airstrikes. Over 1,320 individuals have reportedly been injured in what is now considered one of the deadliest escalations in recent Middle East history.
In a detailed analysis published by Al Jazeera on Thursday, June 19, the Human Rights Activists group revealed that among the casualties, 263 were civilians, and 154 were members of Iran’s security forces. The organization, which previously tracked casualties during the 2022 Mahsa Amini protests, claims to have verified the figures using its on-the-ground network and by cross-referencing local Iranian media sources.
Despite the large-scale destruction, Iran’s official data tells a different story. The most recent Iranian government statement confirms only 224 fatalities and 1,277 injuries, significantly lower than the NGO’s report. Tehran has been criticized for releasing limited and delayed casualty updates, sparking accusations of information control during wartime.
The conflict—now being closely monitored by the global community—shows no sign of slowing. The use of advanced weaponry, including hypersonic missiles, and the targeting of both military and civilian infrastructure, has raised concerns of a wider regional war.
Analysts warn that if diplomatic efforts fail, this may spiral into a full-scale confrontation, drawing in neighboring countries and potentially destabilizing the entire region.
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