Premium

US-Israel war on Iran: Country-wise list of casualties

US-Israel war on Iran: Amid the ongoing war in Middle East, involving the United States-Israel and Iran, the conflict has impacted across west Asia.

Smoke and flames rise from the site of Israeli airstrikes in Dahiyeh, Beirut's southern suburbs (AP Photo)Smoke and flames rise from the site of Israeli airstrikes in Dahiyeh, Beirut's southern suburbs (AP Photo)

US-Israel war on Iran: Amid the ongoing war in Middle East, involving the United States-Israel and Iran, the conflict has impacted across west Asia. This has resulted in deaths of thousands of people including civilians and military authorities. According to Reuters, over 1300 casualties have occurred across 10 countries.

Iran-Israel war update, Iran-Israel war start date 2026

United States-Israel attacked Iran on February 28, with Gulf states that host US military bases and personnel as well as Lebanon and the strikes were quickly drawn into the conflict.

Iran ship sunk in Indian Ocean

On Wednesday, US sunk an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean by attacking it with a torpedo. This was the first time since World War Two that the United States has sunk an enemy vessel, claimed by US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth.

According to Reuters, the vessel had about 130 people on board. Sri Lanka recovered the bodies of 87 sailors ​and ​rescued 32, who were being treated for minor injuries ⁠and were expected to be released from hospital soon. The ship ‘Dena’ was returning to Iran after taking part in a naval exercise in India from February 16 to February 26.

Iran-Israel war casualties 2026

Here are the death tolls from the war as reported by countries as of March 5, the sixth day of the war (according to Reuters):

🔴 Iran-Israel War: Casualties by Country

Reported deaths across affected countries — As of March 5, 2026
1,340+ Total Deaths Reported
10 Countries Affected
175 Schoolgirls & Staff Killed (Iran)
Country Killed Scale Details
🇮🇷Iran 1,230+
🏫 175 schoolgirls & staff Missile strike on primary school in Minab (south Iran) on war's first day Source: Iranian Red Crescent Society • Excl. IRGC military casualties (unclear)
🇮🇶Iraq 13+
⚔️ 11 militiamen ⚔️ 1 army soldier 1 civilian Source: Iraqi health authorities
🇱🇧Lebanon 77+
Killed in Israeli strikes Source: Lebanon's health ministry
🇺🇸US Military 6
⚔️ 6 service members Strike on US facility in Kuwait Source: US Central Command
🇮🇱Israel 10
9 in Beit Shemesh Iranian missile strike near Jerusalem on March 1 • No IDF military casualties reported Source: Magen David Adom (ambulance service)
🇰🇼Kuwait 3
⚔️ 2 Kuwaiti soldiers 1 civilian Iranian attacks on the country Source: Kuwait health & foreign ministries
🇦🇪UAE 3
3 people killed Source: UAE defence ministry
🇸🇾Syria 4
Iranian missile struck a building in Sweida (southern Syria) on Saturday Source: SANA (Syrian state news agency)
🇧🇭Bahrain 1
Fire in Salman Industrial City following missile interception Source: Bahrain interior ministry
🇴🇲Oman 1
Projectile hit tanker MKD VYOM (Marshall Islands-flagged) off coast of Muscat Source: Reports
Total Reported Deaths 1,348+ across 10 countries
⚠️ Figures are based on available reports as of March 5, 2026. Death tolls may be preliminary and subject to revision. Iran's overall toll may exclude IRGC military casualties.  |  Source: Reuters

(With inputs from Reuters)

Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering the railways and roadways. Currently a member of the Indianexpress.com editorial team, Anish specializes in high-impact sectors. Professional Journey Anish began his career at the public broadcaster Rajya Sabha Television (now Sansad TV), where he developed a foundational understanding of legislative processes and national governance. In 2018, he transitioned to digital financial journalism at FinancialExpress.com, spending nearly six years refining his expertise in market trends and corporate reporting. Before joining The Indian Express in 2025, he served as a key contributor at ETNowNews.com. Education & Expertise Anish’s reporting is backed by a rigorous academic background in communication and the humanities: Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Apeejay Stya University Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Production (PGTVRJP) – Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication Bachelor of Arts (English Honours) – University of Calcutta Areas of Coverage Connectivity: Detailed reporting on the expansion of Indian Railways and National Highway networks. ... Read More

Stay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram

Advertisement
Loading Recommendations...
Latest Comment
Post Comment
Read Comments