Summary
Iran held a mass funeral for 165 girls and school staff after an attack in Minab, which it claims was a United States-Israeli strike. The Israeli military has denied involvement, and the incident has drawn international condemnation.
Key Facts
- Iran reported 165 schoolgirls and staff were killed in Minab in an alleged US-Israeli attack.
- The attack occurred on the first day of joint US and Israeli operations against Iran.
- Israel denies awareness of attacks in Minab but has faced scrutiny over past civilian strikes.
- UNESCO and Malala Yousafzai condemned the attack.
- Attacking schools or civilian buildings is considered a war crime under international law.
- Iran's government accuses the US and Israel of targeting civilian areas without discrimination.
