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Iranians mourn children killed in US bombing of school

Iranians mourn children killed in US bombing of school

Summary

A missile strike hit a school in Minab, Iran, on February 28, 2026, killing 155 people, including 120 children. A US military investigation said the strike was a mistake and that the intended target was a nearby military base.

Key Facts

  • The strike occurred in Minab, Hormozgan Province, Iran.
  • 155 people died in the attack, 120 of whom were children.
  • The missile attack is the deadliest single event in the ongoing conflict with Iran.
  • The US military conducted a preliminary investigation.
  • The investigation found the strike was an error.
  • The actual intended target was an Islamic Revolutionary Guards military base beside the school.
  • The attack has affected peace talks and contributed to ongoing tensions in the region.
  • Journalists from France 24 reported from the bombsite.
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