Thousands killed in US-Israeli war on Iran - but experts say true total may never be known
Official reports indicate over 7,300 deaths in Iran and Lebanon since the start of the US-Israeli war in February, though experts suggest the true toll is likely higher. Data collection has been severely hampered by internet blackouts, government restrictions, and the presence of armed groups.
Why it matters
The difficulty in verifying casualty figures highlights the humanitarian impact of modern conflicts and the challenges of reporting in restricted environments.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Christine Jeavans and Matt Murphy , BBC Verify BBC Thousands of people have been killed across the Middle East since the US-Israeli war with Iran began in February, official figures show, with a deal now agreed to end the war.
The article focuses on the methodology of data collection and the challenges of verification, citing multiple sources including NGOs and government agencies.
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