**US Denies Claims of Captured Soldiers in Iran Conflict** The ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran has taken a dramatic turn, with the head of Iran's National Security Council, Ali Larijani, claiming that American soldiers have been captured. According to Larijani, the US is hiding the truth by reporting the captured soldiers as combat casualties. In a post on the social media platform X, Larijani made the shocking claim, stating that several American soldiers were taken prisoner but were reported by the US as being killed in action. However, the US military has swiftly refuted these claims, calling them "lies and deceptions" by the Iranian regime. US Navy Captain Tim Hawkins responded to Larijani's post, saying that the Iranian regime is trying to peddle false information. This sentiment was echoed by a spokesperson from the US Central Command (CENTCOM), who described the claims as another example of Iran's "lies and deceptions". The conflict between the US and Iran began on February 28, after a joint attack by the US and Israel. At least six US soldiers have been killed in the conflict so far. The Iranian side claims that over 1,300 people, including 180 children, have been killed in the war. The situation is further complicated by the conflicting accounts of a school strike in the southeastern city of Minab. The US has been accused of carrying out the attack, which killed 180 children, while President Donald Trump blamed Iran for the incident. This development comes amidst a backdrop of escalating tensions between the US and Iran, with each side accusing the other of spreading false information. The truth behind the claims remains unclear, but one thing is certain: the conflict between the two nations is getting more complex by the day. For many Nigerians, this conflict might seem far removed from their daily lives. However, the implications of a war between two major world powers are far-reaching and could have significant consequences for the global economy and security. As the situation continues to unfold, it's essential to stay informed and up-to-date on the latest developments.