The Iranian government has announced that more than 3,400 individuals have died as a result of the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Israel. Ahmad Mousavi, head of Iran’s Martyrs and Veterans Foundation, stated that the total number of casualties stands at 3,468.
This figure marks an increase from earlier reports. On April 12, the head of Iran’s forensic organization had reported 3,375 fatalities. Meanwhile, the U.S.-based human rights group Human Rights Activists in Iran (HRANA) estimated that at least 3,636 people have lost their lives in the conflict, including 1,701 civilians, with at least 254 of those being children.
In related developments, Bloomberg reported on April 16 that Washington and Tehran are considering extending a ceasefire for an additional two weeks. Former President Donald Trump has indicated that he may not agree to prolong the temporary truce if negotiations do not yield a comprehensive peace agreement by Wednesday.
Furthermore, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf claimed that the ceasefire represents a victory for Iran, asserting that the U.S. has failed to topple the Iranian regime and secure international support for controlling the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran's government has reported significant casualties in the ongoing conflict with the U.S. and Israel, with various sources providing differing figures. As discussions of a potential ceasefire continue, the situation remains tense as both sides navigate the complexities of negotiations.
Source: The Guardian