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Iranian official says two people were killed when a US strike hit a house where a wedding was taking place

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A United States military strike in southern Iran reportedly hit a residential building during a wedding ceremony, resulting in civilian casualties. Reports regarding the scale of the incident vary, with Iranian officials citing two deaths, while the Iranian Red Crescent reports at least four fatalities, including one child, and over 50 injuries.

The incident has drawn attention due to the reported location and the nature of the gathering. The discrepancy in casualty figures highlights the challenges in verifying information surrounding the strike, as international observers and local authorities provide differing accounts of the impact on the wedding party.

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WTOP News - Washington DC Focuses on minimal casualty count reported by Iranian officials
Channel NewsAsia Emphasizes higher casualty count and inclusion of a child
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