What do we know about the fatal US bombing of a wedding in Iran’s Sirik?

Author: Maziar MotamediPublished on: September 2, 2026Country: Iran

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What do we know about the fatal US bombing of a wedding in Iran’s Sirik?

The city of Kuhestak in Iran's Sirik County was targeted by US military strikes, hitting a wedding ceremony. Four victims, including a four-year-old child, were identified, and over 60 others were wounded. Videos show projectiles hitting a telecommunications tower, and experts suggest it may involve an AGM-84K SLAM-ER cruise missile.

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