Minab, Iran — A girls’ elementary school in southern Iran was struck during ongoing military operations on Saturday, leaving dozens feared dead and many others injured, according to Iranian authorities.
The incident occurred at the Shajareh Tayyebeh Girls’ School in Minab, located in Hormozgan province. Iranian state media reported that the strike happened while classes were in session, resulting in significant casualties among students and staff.
Officials in Iran have placed the death toll as high as 148, with at least 95 others reported injured. Most of the victims are said to be schoolgirls. Emergency responders were seen combing through the debris as rescue efforts continued into the afternoon.
Iranian authorities have blamed the attack on joint United States and Israeli military operations amid escalating tensions in the region. However, independent verification of the reported casualty figures and the exact circumstances surrounding the strike has not yet been confirmed by international agencies.
The reported attack has drawn widespread condemnation from Iranian officials, who described the incident as a serious violation of international humanitarian law. Calls for international review and accountability have also been made.
The situation remains developing as further details are awaited.







