US probing report Trump missile strike killed Iranians at wedding
WARNING GRAPHIC CONTENT: The US is investigating Iranian reports that an American missile tore through a wedding party killing at least four civilians.
TL;DR
- The US is investigating Iranian reports of an American missile strike on a wedding party in Kuhestak, Iran, which allegedly killed four civilians, including two women and two children.
- Iranian media reports suggest US-made SLAM-ER cruise missiles were used, and photos depict damage consistent with a missile strike.
- The US Central Command denies targeting civilians and states the US military does not engage in such practices.
- The incident follows a deadly attack on a girls' school in Minab on February 28, where over 150 people were killed.
- Donald Trump has made public statements urging Iranian civilians to overthrow their government and commenting on US control of the Strait of Hormuz.