Iran holds funeral for IRGC members killed in alleged US strike

Residents gathered in the northwestern Iranian city of Mahabad on Saturday to attend the funeral of several Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) personnel who were killed in a strike that Tehran attributes to the United States. The ceremony, held at a local cemetery, was attended by families of the deceased, local officials and members of the community, who laid wreaths and observed moments of silence. Iranian state media reported that the strike, which occurred earlier this week near the border with Iraq, resulted in the deaths of at least four IRGC members and several injuries, prompting the authorities to label the incident a “terrorist attack” orchestrated by the United States.

Iranian officials reiterated their accusation against the United States, demanding an explanation and warning of “necessary measures” in response. The U.S. government has not confirmed involvement in the operation and has declined to comment on the specific incident. The funeral underscores the heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington, which have escalated over recent months following a series of confrontations in the region. Observers note that the event may further strain diplomatic relations and could influence future security calculations on both sides.