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U.S. and Israeli Strikes Kill 192 Children in Iran

3/10/2026

Summary

Story summary

On February 28, 2025, U.S. and Israeli missile strikes hit Iranian schools, killing child named Mahyar Zanganeh.
The strikes hit Imam Reza Elementary School in Abyek and Shahid Hamedani School in Tehran, killing 192 children regionwide.
Iranian officials condemned the attacks, linking them to a broader response against U.S. and Israeli forces.
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps announced a missile barrage in retaliation.
More than 3,600 civilian sites have been damaged.

History

Historical Context

The Iran-Iraq War began in September 1980 when Iraq, led by Saddam Hussein, invaded Iran, aiming to annex oil-rich territories. The conflict lasted until 1988, resulting in over 1 million deaths and significant destruction. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps emerged as a key military force during this period, reflecting ongoing regional tensions that continue to impact civilian populations today, particularly amid recent missile strikes on Iranian schools.

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Story summary

On February 28, 2025, U.S. and Israeli missile strikes hit Iranian schools, killing child named Mahyar Zanganeh.
The strikes hit Imam Reza Elementary School in Abyek and Shahid Hamedani School in Tehran, killing 192 children regionwide.
Iranian officials condemned the attacks, linking them to a broader response against U.S. and Israeli forces.
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps announced a missile barrage in retaliation.
More than 3,600 civilian sites have been damaged.

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