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U.S. Missile Strike in Iran Kills 21, Sparks Controversy

4/11/2026

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A visual analysis by The New York Times and munitions experts indicates U.S.-made Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) struck Lamerd, Iran, on February 28, killing 21 people, including five children.
The U.S. military disputes the findings, saying the missile resembled an Iranian cruise missile.
The analysis suggests the PrSM matches the missile.
This is the second known attack by U.S. forces resulting in significant civilian casualties during the war.

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A visual analysis by The New York Times and munitions experts indicates U.S.-made Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) struck Lamerd, Iran, on February 28, killing 21 people, including five children.
The U.S. military disputes the findings, saying the missile resembled an Iranian cruise missile.
The analysis suggests the PrSM matches the missile.
This is the second known attack by U.S. forces resulting in significant civilian casualties during the war.