Full Breakdown
Missile Strike on Minab School Leaves Over 150 Dead, Sparks Outrage
5/27/2026, 4:40:01 AM
Minab School Strike: Core Facts
On 28 Feb 2024, two missiles hit Shajarah Tayyebeh Elementary School in Minab, Iran, flattening half the two-story building and killing over 150 people, including 120 children aged 6-11. U.S. officials say the missiles were Tomahawk-type.
Prelude to the Conflict
The strike occurred on the first day of the U.S.–Israel air campaign against Iran, which began three months earlier and has already caused thousands of casualties across the region.
Key Actors and Local Voices
- U.S. Department of Defense – says the incident is under investigation.
- Iranian residents – Asma Mogheirnin, Fazel Alinejead, Jafar Karimi, Reyhandeh Mehdi Khah, Abbas Mirani gave testimony.
- Shajarah Tayyebeh Elementary School – civilian education site.
Chronology of Events
- 28 Feb 2024 – Two missiles struck minutes apart.
- Immediate aftermath – Building collapse, smoke, locals began rescue.
- Following days – 167 bodies recovered; Makan Nasiri still missing.
- Ongoing – Pentagon investigation; nightly mourning continues.
Casualties and Damage
Authorities list 168 victims: 120 children, the rest teachers and parents. Two missiles collapsed half the school, burying occupants under concrete.
Official Statements & Responses
The Pentagon says the strike is under review and that the school lay within an “active military base.” Iranian officials and local authorities counter that the site was solely a civilian school with no current military facilities.
Criticism & Opposition
Residents accuse the United States, Israel, and regional allies of deliberate misinformation. Jafar Karimi declared, “America lies. Netanyahu lies. Their Arab allies lie,” demanding accountability.
On-the-Ground Reports
Asma Mogheirnin recalled hearing children’s voices in her mind. Fazel Alinejead filmed the explosions and later dug through rubble despite bleeding hands. Reyhandeh Mehdi Khah described the building shaking violently and expressed hatred toward the Iranian government, not the American people.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
- Target status: Pentagon claims a military base; locals say the site was a civilian school.
- Victim numbers: Sources cite “over 150” and “168” deaths.
- Missile type: No independent verification of Tomahawk classification.
- Missing body: Makan Nasiri’s remains have not been found.
Why It Matters
The strike deepened anti-U.S. sentiment among Minab residents and reinforced calls for continued resistance against the United States. The high civilian death toll underscores the war’s impact on non-combatants.
Verbatim Quotes
- “All I did was dig, just in case -- I'm sorry -- just in case we find someone alive.” — Fazel Alinejead, Minab resident
- “That's a lie.” — Jafar Karimi, Minab resident
What's Next
The Pentagon says the investigation remains ongoing, with no timeline for conclusions. Residents say they will continue to defend the honor of the children and pursue further action against the United States, while nightly mourning persists.
