In a grave address to the international community, Iran’s United Nations envoy has presented devastating casualty figures from recent military operations. Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani disclosed that coordinated strikes by American and Israeli forces have resulted in approximately 1,300 civilian fatalities and the destruction of nearly 10,000 non-military sites across Iranian territory since late February 2026.
The comprehensive damage assessment includes 7,943 residential properties, 1,617 commercial establishments, 32 medical facilities, 65 educational institutions, and multiple Red Crescent humanitarian centers. Critical infrastructure such as energy supply systems and water purification plants have also been deliberately targeted, according to the ambassador’s detailed account.
Iravani characterized these operations as systematic violations of international humanitarian law, stating that coalition forces have shown ‘no restraint in committing these crimes’ against civilian populations. The ambassador provided specific examples of alleged war crimes, including attacks on Tehran’s Mehrabad Airport that destroyed civilian aircraft and strikes on fuel storage facilities that released hazardous pollutants into the atmosphere.
The environmental impact of these operations extends beyond immediate casualties, with the ambassador noting violations of international climate agreements due to widespread contamination. Additionally, Iravani revealed that four Iranian diplomats were killed in what he described as a ‘deliberate terrorist attack’ on a Beirut hotel, marking a significant escalation in the conflict.
Iran’s representative concluded with an urgent appeal for international intervention, warning that casualty numbers continue to rise as attacks persist. The Iranian government reserves the right to take all necessary measures to protect its sovereignty and civilian population, while calling for immediate diplomatic action to halt the ongoing military campaign.