Iran School Explosion Likely From U. S. Strike

Satellite pictures and expert opinions point to a U. S. airstrike as the cause of a blast that killed many children at an elementary school in Minab, Iran. The attack happened on February 28 and is the deadliest civilian incident since the war began, with over 165 victims. The school sits beside a Revolutionary Guard base and naval barracks, making it a potential target for U. S. forces that have operated in the area. U. S. officials say they are investigating but do not admit blame, and the Pentagon has started a formal review because initial evidence suggests U. S. responsibility. Israeli officials deny involvement and have not reported strikes that far south.Experts examining satellite images see a pattern of damage that matches a precise airstrike: multiple hits clustered inside the Guard compound and no evidence of nearby civilian explosions. The blast appears to have come from ground‑impact munitions rather than air bursts, indicating a deliberate attack on the school building. Human rights groups condemn the strike as a violation of international law, arguing that schools are civilian objects and cannot be targeted. The United Nations calls for a public investigation to uncover how the tragedy occurred.