Death toll from US-Israel strikes in Iran rises to 1,230, AP reports say

The death toll in Iran following airstrikes by the United States and Israel has risen to 1,230 people, according to figures reported Monday by the Associated Press citing regional sources.

The expanding conflict has also caused significant casualties elsewhere, including at least 397 people killed in Lebanon during the past week of escalating hostilities.

Authorities in Israel reported that more than 10 people have been killed since the conflict intensified, with Iranian missiles and drones targeting areas across the country.

U.S. and Israeli officials said their forces carried out strikes on Iranian oil and weapons infrastructure, arguing the operations aim to weaken Iran's military capabilities.

Iranian officials stated the attacks violate international law and accused Washington and Tel Aviv of launching an unjustified war against the country.

The conflict has intensified since coordinated strikes targeted strategic sites across Iran, including facilities linked to energy production and military equipment.

Tehran said it responded by targeting military installations associated with the United States across the Middle East, describing the attacks as defensive measures against foreign aggression.

The growing toll and continued exchange of strikes have raised concerns among international observers that the conflict could widen further across the Middle East if diplomatic efforts fail.