New Delhi, March 12 -- A video showing an Iranian mother reassuring her frightened child as explosions ring out in the background has gone viral online, offering a glimpse into the human toll of the ongoing conflict in the region.

The clip, shared by Al Jazeera, captures a tense moment as airstrikes are heard nearby during reported attacks by the US and Israel on Iranian targets.

In the video, the woman can be heard speaking calmly to her child in an attempt to ease the fear caused by the blasts.

"Don't be scared my dear, I am with you. Me too, I got scared as well," she tells the child.

Trying to reassure the youngster, she continues, "I am with you and you are with me."

Moments later, as another loud sound echoes in the distance, t...