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U.S. Military Faces Investigation Over Deadly School Strike

3/15/2026

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a comprehensive investigation into the U.S. military's strike on an elementary school in Iran that killed over 165 civilians.
The statement marks a shift toward acknowledging U.S. responsibility for the incident.
The investigation aims to uncover the circumstances surrounding the strike after bipartisan calls for accountability.
Concerns persist that resource cuts may have hindered efforts to prevent civilian casualties.

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Story summary

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a comprehensive investigation into the U.S. military's strike on an elementary school in Iran that killed over 165 civilians.
The statement marks a shift toward acknowledging U.S. responsibility for the incident.
The investigation aims to uncover the circumstances surrounding the strike after bipartisan calls for accountability.
Concerns persist that resource cuts may have hindered efforts to prevent civilian casualties.