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U.S. Military Confirms Targeting Error in Deadly Minab Strike

3/12/2026

Summary

Story summary

A United States military investigation preliminarily finds the Minab strike on February 28, 2026, was a targeting error.
The attack killed at least 175 people, mostly children, while the United States targeted a base.
The investigation found outdated intelligence created the target coordinates, raising questions about verification.
U.S. President Donald Trump initially blamed Iran but later said he would accept the investigation's findings.
Senate Democrats are demanding a thorough review.

History

Historical Context

The 2026 missile strike on the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls' school in Minab, Iran, resulted in 168-180 fatalities, primarily schoolchildren. This incident echoes the 2003 Iraq invasion, where flawed intelligence led to over 4,400 American deaths and numerous civilian casualties. Investigations suggest the U.S. likely conducted the strike, highlighting ongoing concerns about military oversight and the protection of civilians in conflict zones.

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Story summary

A United States military investigation preliminarily finds the Minab strike on February 28, 2026, was a targeting error.
The attack killed at least 175 people, mostly children, while the United States targeted a base.
The investigation found outdated intelligence created the target coordinates, raising questions about verification.
U.S. President Donald Trump initially blamed Iran but later said he would accept the investigation's findings.
Senate Democrats are demanding a thorough review.

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