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U.S. Launches Investigation into Deadly Strike on Iranian School

3/15/2026

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U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a command investigation into the February 28 strike on Shajarah Tayyebeh Elementary School in Minab, Iran, which reportedly killed over 160 people, mostly girls.
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) appointed a general officer from outside the command to lead the inquiry.
Preliminary findings suggest the U.S. may be responsible due to outdated targeting data.

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U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a command investigation into the February 28 strike on Shajarah Tayyebeh Elementary School in Minab, Iran, which reportedly killed over 160 people, mostly girls.
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) appointed a general officer from outside the command to lead the inquiry.
Preliminary findings suggest the U.S. may be responsible due to outdated targeting data.