US-Israeli Strike on Girls’ School in Iran’s South Kills at Least 85, Judiciary Says
At least 85 students were killed at a girls’ primary school in southern Iran when it was struck during the joint United States and Israeli military operations on February 28, 2026. The Iranian judiciary stated there is intensifying global outrage over civilian casualties in the escalating conflict.
Shajareh Tayyebeh
The attack hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh, an all girls primary school in the city of Minab in Hormozgan province. Reports were made during school hours when many children were present. Iranian officials stated that the local prosecutor’s office said rescue workers were still searching through the rubble for survivors and that the number of deaths could rise as more bodies were recovered.
Accountability From The US
Iranian authorities swiftly condemned the strike as a barbaric crime and a war crime. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi shared images from the scene and vowing accountability for those responsible. Leaders in Tehran described the devastation as one of the most horrific cases of conflict.
Tehran’s Military Infrastructure
The strike was part of a broader wave of US and Israeli attacks across Iran aimed at degrading Tehran’s military infrastructure and leadership. While Washington and Jerusalem have not independently confirmed the school was specifically targeted, The US Central Command said it is investigating reports of civilian casualties and reiterated efforts to minimize harm to non-combatants.
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The incident has sparked international concern especially with human rights groups. Several governments are calling for independent investigations and an immediate ceasefire. The United Nations has signaled plans for emergency consultation on the humanitarian fallout. The news comes as retaliatory strikes and regional tensions continue to rise. There have been a significant amount of raising concerns for the instability in the Middle East.
The situation remains tense. The high number of young victims at the school has raised flags and demands for accountability.
Sources:
France24: US-Israeli strike on girls’ school kills at least 85 students, Iran’s judiciary says
USA Today: Iranian Americans divided in reactions to US attacks
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