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UN-backed experts cite possible U.S. war crimes in Iran strikes

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The international fact-finding mission on Iran says the findings centre on a pair of airstrikes that killed at least 178 civilians, including women and children…

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  • The international fact-finding mission on Iran says the findings centre on a pair of airstrikes that killed at least 178 civilians, including women and children…
  • Reported by The Hindu and published Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:05:44 UTC.

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