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Iran Condemns School Strike as U.S. War Crime

3/28/2026

Summary

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Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi condemned the February 28 Minab school strike as a calculated U.S. attack that killed over 175.
During a U.N. Human Rights Council debate, Araghchi labeled the incident a war crime and demanded accountability.
UN rights chief Volker Turk urged justice and said attacking schools violated international law.
Investigations suggest outdated intelligence may have caused the strike, raising concerns about U.S. military practices.

History

Historical Context

The 2023 Minab school strike, which killed at least 175 people, including many children, recalls the 1999 NATO bombing of the Chinese embassy in Belgrade, which sparked diplomatic tensions with China. Iranian officials condemned the recent strike as a war crime, emphasizing ongoing concerns about military accountability and the need for reforms in adherence to international law amid escalating conflicts.

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Story summary

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi condemned the February 28 Minab school strike as a calculated U.S. attack that killed over 175.
During a U.N. Human Rights Council debate, Araghchi labeled the incident a war crime and demanded accountability.
UN rights chief Volker Turk urged justice and said attacking schools violated international law.
Investigations suggest outdated intelligence may have caused the strike, raising concerns about U.S. military practices.

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