Dhaka, March 1 -- The Iranian Red Crescent Society has reported that at least 201 people have been killed and 747 others injured in attacks across Iran, according to Mehr news agency.

A spokesperson for the humanitarian organisation said US and Israeli strikes have affected 24 provinces. More than 220 Red Crescent teams have been deployed to the impacted areas, and rescue efforts are ongoing.

Meanwhile, Donald Trump stated that the United States has initiated "major combat operations" in Iran, following Israel's announcement that it had carried out missile strikes on the country. Iranian media, citing the Red Crescent, confirmed the casualty toll of at least 201 deaths across 24 provinces.

In response, Iran has launched retaliatory str...