It has been almost three weeks since the ongoing war in the Middle East. During this period, the number of American soldiers injured in the war with Iran has increased to approximately 200. The American military officer gave this information on Monday (16 March 2026). Apart from this, 13 American soldiers have also died since the beginning of the war. This war started on February 28, when Iran retaliated against Israel and American bases in the Middle East.

The United States Central Command of the US Army said that most of the soldiers suffered minor injuries. According to spokesperson Tim Hawkins, more than 180 out of 200 soldiers have returned to duty after treatment, while about 10 soldiers are seriously injured.

Attacks took place in many countries during the Iran-America war.

American soldiers have been injured in Bahrain, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. In this war that has been going on for three weeks, Iran has targeted American military bases, fighter planes and diplomatic missions.

Huge losses in Iran and other countries also

According to Iran’s Health Ministry, as of March 8, more than 1,200 people have died in the country. These include about 200 women and 200 children, while more than 10,000 civilians have been injured. So far 14 people have died in Israel, while 886 people are reported dead in Lebanon. Due to this fighting, more than 1 million people in Lebanon have been forced to leave their homes.

The path to Iran-America agreement is not visible yet

At present there has been no indication of talks or agreement between US President Donald Trump and Iran. Trump has warned to intensify the attack on Iran’s strategic oil center Kharg Island. Meanwhile, America is preparing to increase its military presence in the Middle East. Under this, a plan is being made to deploy additional naval and warships.

Iran Israel US War Children Casualties: The increasing war in West Asia is affecting children the most. The United Nations Children’s Agency has warned that the lives of millions of children are in danger due to increasing violence. Meanwhile, while talking about peace, the President of Iran has also put forward some conditions to end the war.

UNICEF has said that the situation of children across West Asia has become very serious due to the increasing conflict between America, Israel and Iran. According to the agency, since February 28 till now, more than one thousand one hundred children have been injured or died in the violence. Of these, about two hundred children have died in Iran. Ninety-one children have died in Lebanon. Apart from this, four children died in Israel and one child died in Kuwait.

If violence increases, the figures may increase further.

UNICEF has warned that if violence continues like this, the number of children killed and injured may increase further. The organization also said that due to this crisis lakhs of children are not able to go to school. Due to continuous bombing, lakhs of families have had to leave their homes and hundreds of thousands of children have become homeless. UNICEF said that killing or injuring children cannot be justified under any circumstances. The organization also said that it is wrong to destroy or disrupt essential services for children. According to UNICEF there are approximately 200 million children across the region and they are hoping the world will take action soon.

Iran talked about peace

Meanwhile, Masoud Pejeshkian has said that Tehran is committed to peace. He said that three conditions are necessary to end the war. According to him, this war has started because of Jewish rule and America and to end it, it is necessary to recognize the rights of Iran.

Conversation with leaders of Russia and Pakistan

President Pezeshkian said in a message on the social media platform X that he had spoken to the leaders of Russia and Pakistan. He said that in this conversation he reiterated Iran’s commitment to peace in the region. Pejeshkian further said that the only way to end this conflict is to recognize Iran’s legal rights, provide compensation for the damage caused, and provide firm international guarantees to prevent future attacks.

After the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, his son Mojtaba Khamenei has been elected the new Supreme Leader of the country. Iran’s powerful body Assembly of Experts has approved Mojtaba’s name. This information has been given by Iran International quoting sources.

According to the report, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) had a major influence in the selection of Mojtaba Khamenei. It is being said that the Assembly of Experts took this decision under pressure from IRGC. Mojtaba’s father and former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei died when America and Israel launched a joint attack on Tehran. This attack took place on Saturday and the news of Khamenei’s death came out on the same day.

Mojtaba Khamenei’s statement
Mojtaba Khamenei has given a statement after being elected Supreme Leader. In the name of Allah, salute to the brave people of Iran, who are strong even in difficult times. We will follow the path of our martyrs and honor them. Furthermore we promise to work for freedom and dignity. This is the second time after Iran’s Islamic Revolution that the Assembly of Experts has elected a new Supreme Leader. Earlier in 1989, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was made the Supreme Leader. That means, after about 47 years, a situation has arisen in which a new Supreme Leader will be elected in Iran.

When was Mojtaba Khamenei born?

Mojtaba Khamenei was born in 1969 in Iran. He is the second son of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. His family has long been influential in Iran’s religious and political system. His father has been the Supreme Leader of Iran since 1989, which is considered the most powerful post in the country. For this reason, the name of Mojtaba Khamenei has often come up in connection with the power and politics of Iran.

Religious education and background

Mojtaba Khamenei also received religious education like his father. He has studied Islamic studies in Qom city of Iran, which is considered to be the main center of studies of Shia religion. Due to religious education, he has also been associated with many prominent religious scholars and institutions.