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Deadly School Attack in Iran Blamed on U.S. and Israel

3/10/2026

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Iran School Attack

The New York Times reported an attack on a school in Minab, Iran, during West Asia war, with Iran claiming over 150 deaths.
Iran accused United States and Israel of striking.
U.S. President Donald Trump suggested Iran used a Tomahawk missile, later retracting.
The Pentagon is investigating the incident and says it does not intentionally target schools.
Independent verification remains unconfirmed regarding the mass funerals shown by Iran state media.

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Senator Apologizes for Attack

Senator John Kennedy (R-La.) apologized for airstrike on Iranian girls' school, with officials reporting 175 students and teachers killed.
He described the incident as a 'terrible mistake' and said the U.S. does not target civilians, unlike Russia.
U.S. President Donald Trump said he was uncertain about U.S. involvement but suggested the missile could have been a Tomahawk.
The attack occurred on the first day of the U.S.-Israeli campaign against Iran.

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Historical Context

The Iran-Iraq War (1980-1988) was the deadliest conventional conflict between developing nations, resulting in approximately 500,000 deaths. Initiated by Iraq's invasion to counter Iran's Islamic Revolution, the war saw extensive civilian casualties and the use of chemical weapons. The recent attack on a school in Minab highlights the enduring impact of this conflict on civilian life and ongoing tensions in U.S.-Iran relations.

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Iran School Attack

The New York Times reported an attack on a school in Minab, Iran, during West Asia war, with Iran claiming over 150 deaths.
Iran accused United States and Israel of striking.
U.S. President Donald Trump suggested Iran used a Tomahawk missile, later retracting.
The Pentagon is investigating the incident and says it does not intentionally target schools.
Independent verification remains unconfirmed regarding the mass funerals shown by Iran state media.

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