Iran says 1,255 killed in US-Israeli strikes as healthcare and oil sites hit
Mar 9th 2026
Deputy Health Minister Ali Jafarian told Al Jazeera that most victims were civilians, dozens of medical facilities were damaged and strikes on oil sites filled Tehran with toxic smoke.
- Iran reports 1,255 killed, including 200 children and 11 healthcare workers.
- More than 12,000 people have been wounded, mostly from burns and crush injuries.
- Dozens of healthcare facilities were damaged, with 10 hospitals forced to close and ambulances destroyed.
- Air strikes struck Tehran oil depots and a refinery, sparking large fires and heavy toxic smoke over the city.
- Officials warned of increased respiratory risks and potential long term environmental harm including acid rain.
- Iran says over 200 cities have been hit since February 28 and US and Israeli officials say the war could last a month or longer.