Airwars, an organization that monitors conflicts, reported that three projectiles from a new US missile struck the southern Iranian city of Lamerd on February 28, 2026, detonating above a sports complex and two residential neighborhoods. ^[1] Iranian officials stated that at least 21 civilians, including seven children, were killed in the explosions caused by the missile strike in Lamerd. ^[2] Iran launched a retaliatory strike against the United States in response to recent US military attacks. ^[3] US President Donald Trump stated on 2026-09-03 that the United States military is prepared to carry out further military operations against Iran. ^[4] Airwars analysis revealed that the lethal fragments from the missile scattered over a radius of more than 150 meters from the explosion site, killing civilians up to 50 meters away. ^[5] The weapon used was identified as the Lockheed Martin Precision Strike Missile (PrSM), which the manufacturer describes as a 'future missile' that is lethal, long-range, and precise. ^[6] Iranian officials have publicly vowed to impose severe consequences for the US attacks. ^[7] The incident has escalated tensions in the region, with both sides exchanging strong rhetoric. ^[8] Donald Trump told reporters at the White House on 2026-09-03 that the US could launch another military operation against Iran whenever it chose to do so. ^[9] Iranian officials claimed on 2026-09-03 that a recent attack killed civilians, including people attending a wedding ceremony in the country. ^[10] The specific targets and details of the retaliation are currently being assessed by international observers. ^[11] Donald Trump denied on 2026-09-03 that there is a plan to rename the Strait of Hormuz. ^[12]