Lesson
Civilian Cost of War in Iran
The article highlights the tragic stories of civilians affected by the ongoing war in Iran, including a pharmacist and a young girl who lost their lives due to airstrikes.
Standard — natural English
60 words · ~1 min readThe ongoing war in Iran has led to significant civilian casualties, with heartbreaking stories emerging from the conflict. Parastesh Dahaghin, a young pharmacist, was killed in an explosion while helping patients. Eilmah Bilki, a 3-year-old girl, died after being injured in an airstrike. These tragic events highlight the human cost of war, as many civilians are caught in the crossfire.
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Test your understanding
1. What profession did Parastesh Dahaghin have?
2. How old was Eilmah Bilki when she died?
3. What tragic event led to the death of Parastesh Dahaghin?
Discussion
How can the international community better support civilians affected by war?
Vocabulary
civilian
a person who is not a member of the military or armed forces
"The ongoing war has resulted in many civilian casualties."
casualty
a person killed or injured in a war or accident
"The conflict has led to significant casualties among innocent people."
heartbreaking
causing overwhelming distress or sorrow
"The heartbreaking stories of victims are often overlooked in discussions about war."
explosion
a violent burst or rupture, often causing damage or destruction
"An explosion occurred while the pharmacist was assisting patients."
airstrike
an attack by military aircraft dropping bombs on a target
"The young girl was injured in an airstrike that targeted her neighborhood."