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Sep 4, 2026 at 3:07 PM ET
US investigates claims of wedding strike in Iran
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The Pentagon is investigating Iranian claims that a U.S. strike hit a wedding in Kuhestak, Sirik County, southern Iran, killing at least four people including two children. Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. is looking into the allegations but is “extremely skeptical,” citing limited reliability of Iranian state media.
WHO: Vice President JD Vance; the Pentagon
WHAT: The U.S. is investigating claims that American forces killed Iranian civilians in a strike on a wedding.
WHEN: Reported Sep 4, 2026 at 9:18 AM ET
WHERE: Kuhestak, Sirik County, southern Iran
WHY: Part of ongoing military operations.
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