Iran Admits Heavy Casualties in War with Israel Amid Mounting Questions on Regime Transparency

Iran’s government has reluctantly admitted to a staggering death toll of at least 1,060 fatalities in its ongoing conflict with Israel, marking a rare acknowledgment from a regime notorious for controlling and manipulating information. This admission by Saeed Ohadi, head of Iran’s Foundation of Martyrs and Veterans Affairs, underscores the severe impact of Israel’s precise military campaign that targeted Iranian forces and facilities.In an interview broadcast on Iranian state television, Ohadi warned that the number could climb to 1,100 as many wounded remain in critical condition. This is significant because it signals mounting pressure within Tehran to acknowledge the true...