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Iran's Schools Closed Indefinitely Amid Ongoing Conflict

4/23/2026

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Iran's schools remain closed due to ongoing conflict, with classes conducted via state television and a restricted intranet.
The Ministry of Education in Iran announced that in-person classes will not resume until further notice.
More than 640 educational buildings have been damaged, with many needing complete renovation or rebuilding.
Parliament is discussing upgrades to the national information network to support distance learning, but many remain disconnected from the internet.

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Story summary

Iran's schools remain closed due to ongoing conflict, with classes conducted via state television and a restricted intranet.
The Ministry of Education in Iran announced that in-person classes will not resume until further notice.
More than 640 educational buildings have been damaged, with many needing complete renovation or rebuilding.
Parliament is discussing upgrades to the national information network to support distance learning, but many remain disconnected from the internet.