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U.S. Strikes School in Iran, 170+ Dead: Investigation Launched

3/12/2026

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Summary

Story summary

On February 28, a U.S. Tomahawk strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls' school in Minab, Iran, killing over 170 people.
Preliminary investigations suggest outdated targeting data identified the school as a military target.
U.S. President Donald Trump initially blamed Iran, but evidence points to U.S. culpability.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth acknowledged an ongoing investigation, and lawmakers condemned the attack.

History

Historical Context

The Gulf War (1990-1991) began after Iraq's invasion of Kuwait, prompting a U.S.-led coalition of 34 nations to intervene. The conflict, marked by advanced military technology like Tomahawk missiles, resulted in over 100,000 Iraqi military casualties. This war's legacy continues to influence military ethics and accountability, as seen in recent incidents like the strike on the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls' school in Iran.

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Story summary

On February 28, a U.S. Tomahawk strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls' school in Minab, Iran, killing over 170 people.
Preliminary investigations suggest outdated targeting data identified the school as a military target.
U.S. President Donald Trump initially blamed Iran, but evidence points to U.S. culpability.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth acknowledged an ongoing investigation, and lawmakers condemned the attack.

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