US-Israeli Strikes Leave Children Injured in Iran for Treatment
March 8, 2026 • Al Jazeera
US-Israeli Strikes on Iran Leave Children Injured at Tehran Hospital
A hospital in Tehran is providing medical treatment to children injured in recent strikes carried out by the US and Israel against Iran. According to Iranian officials, approximately 30% of those killed in the bombardment are children.
The joint military operations began as a coordinated effort between the United States and Israel. The strikes have resulted in significant damage and loss of life, with many civilians, including children, being affected.
Mofid Children’s Hospital is one of the facilities providing medical care to the injured children. Some patients require intensive care due to the severity of their injuries.
The hospital has received a number of children who were wounded during the strikes. The exact number of children treated at the hospital is not specified.
Iranian officials have confirmed that children are among those killed in the bombardment, with estimates suggesting around 30% of the total casualties are under the age of 18.
Source: Al Jazeera