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Trump Blames Iran for Deadly School Bombing in Minab

3/8/2026

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Trump Accuses Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump accused Iran of bombing a girls' school in Minab, killing 175 people, mostly children.
He claimed Iran's munitions are "very inaccurate."
U.S. military sources say the explosions may have been caused by U.S. airstrikes, and the U.S. military faces challenges from Iranian drones.
The Pentagon has not confirmed responsibility but acknowledged civilian casualties.
Reports indicate the school was near an Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps compound.

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Trump Praises Military Success

U.S. President Donald Trump praised Operation Epic Fury, claiming it destroyed Iranian military assets, including 42 naval vessels.
He attributed the success to defense policies that allocated over $2.2 trillion to military enhancements, and said the U.S. military is now "unleashed" to confront threats.
Meanwhile, reports indicate thousands have died in protests in Iran, raising concerns about the regime's stability amid ongoing military operations.

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Historical Context

On February 28, 2026, the U.S. and Israel launched Operation Epic Fury, targeting Iranian military assets and resulting in the assassination of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. This operation followed years of escalating tensions, including the U.S. withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal in 2018 and subsequent sanctions. The conflict has raised significant concerns about regional stability and humanitarian impacts, particularly on civilians.

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Trump Accuses Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump accused Iran of bombing a girls' school in Minab, killing 175 people, mostly children.
He claimed Iran's munitions are "very inaccurate."
U.S. military sources say the explosions may have been caused by U.S. airstrikes, and the U.S. military faces challenges from Iranian drones.
The Pentagon has not confirmed responsibility but acknowledged civilian casualties.
Reports indicate the school was near an Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps compound.

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