The United Nations and US senators have called for an urgent investigation into a strike on Shajarah Tayyebeh Primary School in Minab, Iran, that reportedly killed about 110 schoolchildren. On Wednesday, Democrats in the United States Senate wrote to the US Defence Secretary, Pete Hegseth, demanding answers over the recent strike on Shajarah Tayyebeh Primary School in Minab, Iran, which Iranian officials say killed 168 people, including about 110 children. The letter, signed by nearly all Senate Democrats, seeks clarification on whether the US carried out the strike and whether faulty or outdated intelligence could have led to the school being mistakenly targeted. The letter read, “Today, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse joined with 41 U.S. Senate colleagues in pressing the U.S. Department of Defence to provide answers to the American people on the airstrikes on a school in Minab, Iran and civilian casualties in the Trump Administration’s war on Iran, as well as accountability for those responsible. “We write with grave concern regarding the airstrikes on a girls’ elementary school that reportedly killed at least 168 people – mostly children – in Minab, Iran, during the opening salvo of U.S. and Israeli operations on Iran on February 28. “To be clear, the war against Iran is a war of choice without Congressional authorisation. Nonetheless, as these military actions continue, the United States and Israel must abide by U.S. and international law, including the law of armed conflict.” The senators said the attack, which mostly killed girls aged seven to 12 during the opening phase of US and Israeli operations on February 28, was “a horrific tragedy” and demanded a swift investigation with public disclosure of the findings. The letter further read, “There must be a swift investigation into the strikes on this school and any other potential U.S. military actions causing civilian harm, and the findings must be released to the public as soon as possible, along with any measures to pursue accountability.” “The results of this school attack are horrific. The majority of those killed in the strikes were girls between the ages of 7 and 12 years old. Neither the United States nor the Israeli Government has yet taken responsibility for this attack.” Similarly, the United Nations Children’s Fund condemned the attack, warning about the growing toll of the conflict on children. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation also expressed deep concern over the attack, stressing that educational institutions must never be targeted during armed conflict. US media reports indicate that American military investigators believe US forces were likely responsible for the strike, though unintentionally, during the early phase of the joint US-Israeli military operation in Iran. However, investigators have not concluded. The Pentagon said it would respond directly to the lawmakers, in line with standard congressional correspondence procedures. Asked last week about the incident, Hegseth said the US did not target civilians and that the matter was under investigation. The lawmakers also referenced Hegseth’s recent remark that there would be no “stupid rules of engagement” in the conflict and asked whether appropriate safeguards were followed to prevent potential war crimes. If confirmed, the strike would represent one of the deadliest incidents involving civilian casualties linked to US military operations in the Middle East in decades. One of the signatories, Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Armed Services Committee, described the incident as a “horrific tragedy” and said lawmakers needed a full account of what happened. “Let’s try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts,” Peters told BBC News. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. On Wednesday, Democrats in the United States Senate wrote to the US Defence Secretary, Pete Hegseth, demanding answers over the recent strike on Shajarah Tayyebeh Primary School in Minab, Iran, which Iranian officials say killed 168 people, including about 110 children. The letter, signed by nearly all Senate Democrats, seeks clarification on whether the US carried out the strike and whether faulty or outdated intelligence could have led to the school being mistakenly targeted. The letter read, “Today, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse joined with 41 U.S. Senate colleagues in pressing the U.S. Department of Defence to provide answers to the American people on the airstrikes on a school in Minab, Iran and civilian casualties in the Trump Administration’s war on Iran, as well as accountability for those responsible. “We write with grave concern regarding the airstrikes on a girls’ elementary school that reportedly killed at least 168 people – mostly children – in Minab, Iran, during the opening salvo of U.S. and Israeli operations on Iran on February 28. “To be clear, the war against Iran is a war of choice without Congressional authorisation. Nonetheless, as these military actions continue, the United States and Israel must abide by U.S. and international law, including the law of armed conflict.” The senators said the attack, which mostly killed girls aged seven to 12 during the opening phase of US and Israeli operations on February 28, was “a horrific tragedy” and demanded a swift investigation with public disclosure of the findings. The letter further read, “There must be a swift investigation into the strikes on this school and any other potential U.S. military actions causing civilian harm, and the findings must be released to the public as soon as possible, along with any measures to pursue accountability.” “The results of this school attack are horrific. The majority of those killed in the strikes were girls between the ages of 7 and 12 years old. Neither the United States nor the Israeli Government has yet taken responsibility for this attack.” Similarly, the United Nations Children’s Fund condemned the attack, warning about the growing toll of the conflict on children. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation also expressed deep concern over the attack, stressing that educational institutions must never be targeted during armed conflict. US media reports indicate that American military investigators believe US forces were likely responsible for the strike, though unintentionally, during the early phase of the joint US-Israeli military operation in Iran. However, investigators have not concluded. The Pentagon said it would respond directly to the lawmakers, in line with standard congressional correspondence procedures. Asked last week about the incident, Hegseth said the US did not target civilians and that the matter was under investigation. The lawmakers also referenced Hegseth’s recent remark that there would be no “stupid rules of engagement” in the conflict and asked whether appropriate safeguards were followed to prevent potential war crimes. If confirmed, the strike would represent one of the deadliest incidents involving civilian casualties linked to US military operations in the Middle East in decades. One of the signatories, Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Armed Services Committee, described the incident as a “horrific tragedy” and said lawmakers needed a full account of what happened. “Let’s try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts,” Peters told BBC News. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. The letter, signed by nearly all Senate Democrats, seeks clarification on whether the US carried out the strike and whether faulty or outdated intelligence could have led to the school being mistakenly targeted. The letter read, “Today, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse joined with 41 U.S. Senate colleagues in pressing the U.S. Department of Defence to provide answers to the American people on the airstrikes on a school in Minab, Iran and civilian casualties in the Trump Administration’s war on Iran, as well as accountability for those responsible. “We write with grave concern regarding the airstrikes on a girls’ elementary school that reportedly killed at least 168 people – mostly children – in Minab, Iran, during the opening salvo of U.S. and Israeli operations on Iran on February 28. “To be clear, the war against Iran is a war of choice without Congressional authorisation. Nonetheless, as these military actions continue, the United States and Israel must abide by U.S. and international law, including the law of armed conflict.” The senators said the attack, which mostly killed girls aged seven to 12 during the opening phase of US and Israeli operations on February 28, was “a horrific tragedy” and demanded a swift investigation with public disclosure of the findings. The letter further read, “There must be a swift investigation into the strikes on this school and any other potential U.S. military actions causing civilian harm, and the findings must be released to the public as soon as possible, along with any measures to pursue accountability.” “The results of this school attack are horrific. The majority of those killed in the strikes were girls between the ages of 7 and 12 years old. Neither the United States nor the Israeli Government has yet taken responsibility for this attack.” Similarly, the United Nations Children’s Fund condemned the attack, warning about the growing toll of the conflict on children. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation also expressed deep concern over the attack, stressing that educational institutions must never be targeted during armed conflict. US media reports indicate that American military investigators believe US forces were likely responsible for the strike, though unintentionally, during the early phase of the joint US-Israeli military operation in Iran. However, investigators have not concluded. The Pentagon said it would respond directly to the lawmakers, in line with standard congressional correspondence procedures. Asked last week about the incident, Hegseth said the US did not target civilians and that the matter was under investigation. The lawmakers also referenced Hegseth’s recent remark that there would be no “stupid rules of engagement” in the conflict and asked whether appropriate safeguards were followed to prevent potential war crimes. If confirmed, the strike would represent one of the deadliest incidents involving civilian casualties linked to US military operations in the Middle East in decades. One of the signatories, Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Armed Services Committee, described the incident as a “horrific tragedy” and said lawmakers needed a full account of what happened. “Let’s try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts,” Peters told BBC News. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. The letter read, “Today, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse joined with 41 U.S. Senate colleagues in pressing the U.S. Department of Defence to provide answers to the American people on the airstrikes on a school in Minab, Iran and civilian casualties in the Trump Administration’s war on Iran, as well as accountability for those responsible. “We write with grave concern regarding the airstrikes on a girls’ elementary school that reportedly killed at least 168 people – mostly children – in Minab, Iran, during the opening salvo of U.S. and Israeli operations on Iran on February 28. “To be clear, the war against Iran is a war of choice without Congressional authorisation. Nonetheless, as these military actions continue, the United States and Israel must abide by U.S. and international law, including the law of armed conflict.” The senators said the attack, which mostly killed girls aged seven to 12 during the opening phase of US and Israeli operations on February 28, was “a horrific tragedy” and demanded a swift investigation with public disclosure of the findings. The letter further read, “There must be a swift investigation into the strikes on this school and any other potential U.S. military actions causing civilian harm, and the findings must be released to the public as soon as possible, along with any measures to pursue accountability.” “The results of this school attack are horrific. The majority of those killed in the strikes were girls between the ages of 7 and 12 years old. Neither the United States nor the Israeli Government has yet taken responsibility for this attack.” Similarly, the United Nations Children’s Fund condemned the attack, warning about the growing toll of the conflict on children. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation also expressed deep concern over the attack, stressing that educational institutions must never be targeted during armed conflict. US media reports indicate that American military investigators believe US forces were likely responsible for the strike, though unintentionally, during the early phase of the joint US-Israeli military operation in Iran. However, investigators have not concluded. The Pentagon said it would respond directly to the lawmakers, in line with standard congressional correspondence procedures. Asked last week about the incident, Hegseth said the US did not target civilians and that the matter was under investigation. The lawmakers also referenced Hegseth’s recent remark that there would be no “stupid rules of engagement” in the conflict and asked whether appropriate safeguards were followed to prevent potential war crimes. If confirmed, the strike would represent one of the deadliest incidents involving civilian casualties linked to US military operations in the Middle East in decades. One of the signatories, Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Armed Services Committee, described the incident as a “horrific tragedy” and said lawmakers needed a full account of what happened. “Let’s try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts,” Peters told BBC News. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. “We write with grave concern regarding the airstrikes on a girls’ elementary school that reportedly killed at least 168 people – mostly children – in Minab, Iran, during the opening salvo of U.S. and Israeli operations on Iran on February 28. “To be clear, the war against Iran is a war of choice without Congressional authorisation. Nonetheless, as these military actions continue, the United States and Israel must abide by U.S. and international law, including the law of armed conflict.” The senators said the attack, which mostly killed girls aged seven to 12 during the opening phase of US and Israeli operations on February 28, was “a horrific tragedy” and demanded a swift investigation with public disclosure of the findings. The letter further read, “There must be a swift investigation into the strikes on this school and any other potential U.S. military actions causing civilian harm, and the findings must be released to the public as soon as possible, along with any measures to pursue accountability.” “The results of this school attack are horrific. The majority of those killed in the strikes were girls between the ages of 7 and 12 years old. Neither the United States nor the Israeli Government has yet taken responsibility for this attack.” Similarly, the United Nations Children’s Fund condemned the attack, warning about the growing toll of the conflict on children. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation also expressed deep concern over the attack, stressing that educational institutions must never be targeted during armed conflict. US media reports indicate that American military investigators believe US forces were likely responsible for the strike, though unintentionally, during the early phase of the joint US-Israeli military operation in Iran. However, investigators have not concluded. The Pentagon said it would respond directly to the lawmakers, in line with standard congressional correspondence procedures. Asked last week about the incident, Hegseth said the US did not target civilians and that the matter was under investigation. The lawmakers also referenced Hegseth’s recent remark that there would be no “stupid rules of engagement” in the conflict and asked whether appropriate safeguards were followed to prevent potential war crimes. If confirmed, the strike would represent one of the deadliest incidents involving civilian casualties linked to US military operations in the Middle East in decades. One of the signatories, Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Armed Services Committee, described the incident as a “horrific tragedy” and said lawmakers needed a full account of what happened. “Let’s try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts,” Peters told BBC News. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. “To be clear, the war against Iran is a war of choice without Congressional authorisation. Nonetheless, as these military actions continue, the United States and Israel must abide by U.S. and international law, including the law of armed conflict.” The senators said the attack, which mostly killed girls aged seven to 12 during the opening phase of US and Israeli operations on February 28, was “a horrific tragedy” and demanded a swift investigation with public disclosure of the findings. The letter further read, “There must be a swift investigation into the strikes on this school and any other potential U.S. military actions causing civilian harm, and the findings must be released to the public as soon as possible, along with any measures to pursue accountability.” “The results of this school attack are horrific. The majority of those killed in the strikes were girls between the ages of 7 and 12 years old. Neither the United States nor the Israeli Government has yet taken responsibility for this attack.” Similarly, the United Nations Children’s Fund condemned the attack, warning about the growing toll of the conflict on children. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation also expressed deep concern over the attack, stressing that educational institutions must never be targeted during armed conflict. US media reports indicate that American military investigators believe US forces were likely responsible for the strike, though unintentionally, during the early phase of the joint US-Israeli military operation in Iran. However, investigators have not concluded. The Pentagon said it would respond directly to the lawmakers, in line with standard congressional correspondence procedures. Asked last week about the incident, Hegseth said the US did not target civilians and that the matter was under investigation. The lawmakers also referenced Hegseth’s recent remark that there would be no “stupid rules of engagement” in the conflict and asked whether appropriate safeguards were followed to prevent potential war crimes. If confirmed, the strike would represent one of the deadliest incidents involving civilian casualties linked to US military operations in the Middle East in decades. One of the signatories, Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Armed Services Committee, described the incident as a “horrific tragedy” and said lawmakers needed a full account of what happened. “Let’s try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts,” Peters told BBC News. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. The senators said the attack, which mostly killed girls aged seven to 12 during the opening phase of US and Israeli operations on February 28, was “a horrific tragedy” and demanded a swift investigation with public disclosure of the findings. The letter further read, “There must be a swift investigation into the strikes on this school and any other potential U.S. military actions causing civilian harm, and the findings must be released to the public as soon as possible, along with any measures to pursue accountability.” “The results of this school attack are horrific. The majority of those killed in the strikes were girls between the ages of 7 and 12 years old. Neither the United States nor the Israeli Government has yet taken responsibility for this attack.” Similarly, the United Nations Children’s Fund condemned the attack, warning about the growing toll of the conflict on children. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation also expressed deep concern over the attack, stressing that educational institutions must never be targeted during armed conflict. US media reports indicate that American military investigators believe US forces were likely responsible for the strike, though unintentionally, during the early phase of the joint US-Israeli military operation in Iran. However, investigators have not concluded. The Pentagon said it would respond directly to the lawmakers, in line with standard congressional correspondence procedures. Asked last week about the incident, Hegseth said the US did not target civilians and that the matter was under investigation. The lawmakers also referenced Hegseth’s recent remark that there would be no “stupid rules of engagement” in the conflict and asked whether appropriate safeguards were followed to prevent potential war crimes. If confirmed, the strike would represent one of the deadliest incidents involving civilian casualties linked to US military operations in the Middle East in decades. One of the signatories, Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Armed Services Committee, described the incident as a “horrific tragedy” and said lawmakers needed a full account of what happened. “Let’s try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts,” Peters told BBC News. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. The letter further read, “There must be a swift investigation into the strikes on this school and any other potential U.S. military actions causing civilian harm, and the findings must be released to the public as soon as possible, along with any measures to pursue accountability.” “The results of this school attack are horrific. The majority of those killed in the strikes were girls between the ages of 7 and 12 years old. Neither the United States nor the Israeli Government has yet taken responsibility for this attack.” Similarly, the United Nations Children’s Fund condemned the attack, warning about the growing toll of the conflict on children. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation also expressed deep concern over the attack, stressing that educational institutions must never be targeted during armed conflict. US media reports indicate that American military investigators believe US forces were likely responsible for the strike, though unintentionally, during the early phase of the joint US-Israeli military operation in Iran. However, investigators have not concluded. The Pentagon said it would respond directly to the lawmakers, in line with standard congressional correspondence procedures. Asked last week about the incident, Hegseth said the US did not target civilians and that the matter was under investigation. The lawmakers also referenced Hegseth’s recent remark that there would be no “stupid rules of engagement” in the conflict and asked whether appropriate safeguards were followed to prevent potential war crimes. If confirmed, the strike would represent one of the deadliest incidents involving civilian casualties linked to US military operations in the Middle East in decades. One of the signatories, Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Armed Services Committee, described the incident as a “horrific tragedy” and said lawmakers needed a full account of what happened. “Let’s try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts,” Peters told BBC News. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. “The results of this school attack are horrific. The majority of those killed in the strikes were girls between the ages of 7 and 12 years old. Neither the United States nor the Israeli Government has yet taken responsibility for this attack.” Similarly, the United Nations Children’s Fund condemned the attack, warning about the growing toll of the conflict on children. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation also expressed deep concern over the attack, stressing that educational institutions must never be targeted during armed conflict. US media reports indicate that American military investigators believe US forces were likely responsible for the strike, though unintentionally, during the early phase of the joint US-Israeli military operation in Iran. However, investigators have not concluded. The Pentagon said it would respond directly to the lawmakers, in line with standard congressional correspondence procedures. Asked last week about the incident, Hegseth said the US did not target civilians and that the matter was under investigation. The lawmakers also referenced Hegseth’s recent remark that there would be no “stupid rules of engagement” in the conflict and asked whether appropriate safeguards were followed to prevent potential war crimes. If confirmed, the strike would represent one of the deadliest incidents involving civilian casualties linked to US military operations in the Middle East in decades. One of the signatories, Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Armed Services Committee, described the incident as a “horrific tragedy” and said lawmakers needed a full account of what happened. “Let’s try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts,” Peters told BBC News. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. Similarly, the United Nations Children’s Fund condemned the attack, warning about the growing toll of the conflict on children. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation also expressed deep concern over the attack, stressing that educational institutions must never be targeted during armed conflict. US media reports indicate that American military investigators believe US forces were likely responsible for the strike, though unintentionally, during the early phase of the joint US-Israeli military operation in Iran. However, investigators have not concluded. The Pentagon said it would respond directly to the lawmakers, in line with standard congressional correspondence procedures. Asked last week about the incident, Hegseth said the US did not target civilians and that the matter was under investigation. The lawmakers also referenced Hegseth’s recent remark that there would be no “stupid rules of engagement” in the conflict and asked whether appropriate safeguards were followed to prevent potential war crimes. If confirmed, the strike would represent one of the deadliest incidents involving civilian casualties linked to US military operations in the Middle East in decades. One of the signatories, Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Armed Services Committee, described the incident as a “horrific tragedy” and said lawmakers needed a full account of what happened. “Let’s try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts,” Peters told BBC News. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation also expressed deep concern over the attack, stressing that educational institutions must never be targeted during armed conflict. US media reports indicate that American military investigators believe US forces were likely responsible for the strike, though unintentionally, during the early phase of the joint US-Israeli military operation in Iran. However, investigators have not concluded. The Pentagon said it would respond directly to the lawmakers, in line with standard congressional correspondence procedures. Asked last week about the incident, Hegseth said the US did not target civilians and that the matter was under investigation. The lawmakers also referenced Hegseth’s recent remark that there would be no “stupid rules of engagement” in the conflict and asked whether appropriate safeguards were followed to prevent potential war crimes. If confirmed, the strike would represent one of the deadliest incidents involving civilian casualties linked to US military operations in the Middle East in decades. One of the signatories, Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Armed Services Committee, described the incident as a “horrific tragedy” and said lawmakers needed a full account of what happened. “Let’s try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts,” Peters told BBC News. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. US media reports indicate that American military investigators believe US forces were likely responsible for the strike, though unintentionally, during the early phase of the joint US-Israeli military operation in Iran. However, investigators have not concluded. The Pentagon said it would respond directly to the lawmakers, in line with standard congressional correspondence procedures. Asked last week about the incident, Hegseth said the US did not target civilians and that the matter was under investigation. The lawmakers also referenced Hegseth’s recent remark that there would be no “stupid rules of engagement” in the conflict and asked whether appropriate safeguards were followed to prevent potential war crimes. If confirmed, the strike would represent one of the deadliest incidents involving civilian casualties linked to US military operations in the Middle East in decades. One of the signatories, Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Armed Services Committee, described the incident as a “horrific tragedy” and said lawmakers needed a full account of what happened. “Let’s try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts,” Peters told BBC News. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. However, investigators have not concluded. The Pentagon said it would respond directly to the lawmakers, in line with standard congressional correspondence procedures. Asked last week about the incident, Hegseth said the US did not target civilians and that the matter was under investigation. The lawmakers also referenced Hegseth’s recent remark that there would be no “stupid rules of engagement” in the conflict and asked whether appropriate safeguards were followed to prevent potential war crimes. If confirmed, the strike would represent one of the deadliest incidents involving civilian casualties linked to US military operations in the Middle East in decades. One of the signatories, Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Armed Services Committee, described the incident as a “horrific tragedy” and said lawmakers needed a full account of what happened. “Let’s try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts,” Peters told BBC News. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. The Pentagon said it would respond directly to the lawmakers, in line with standard congressional correspondence procedures. Asked last week about the incident, Hegseth said the US did not target civilians and that the matter was under investigation. The lawmakers also referenced Hegseth’s recent remark that there would be no “stupid rules of engagement” in the conflict and asked whether appropriate safeguards were followed to prevent potential war crimes. If confirmed, the strike would represent one of the deadliest incidents involving civilian casualties linked to US military operations in the Middle East in decades. One of the signatories, Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Armed Services Committee, described the incident as a “horrific tragedy” and said lawmakers needed a full account of what happened. “Let’s try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts,” Peters told BBC News. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. Asked last week about the incident, Hegseth said the US did not target civilians and that the matter was under investigation. The lawmakers also referenced Hegseth’s recent remark that there would be no “stupid rules of engagement” in the conflict and asked whether appropriate safeguards were followed to prevent potential war crimes. If confirmed, the strike would represent one of the deadliest incidents involving civilian casualties linked to US military operations in the Middle East in decades. One of the signatories, Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Armed Services Committee, described the incident as a “horrific tragedy” and said lawmakers needed a full account of what happened. “Let’s try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts,” Peters told BBC News. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. The lawmakers also referenced Hegseth’s recent remark that there would be no “stupid rules of engagement” in the conflict and asked whether appropriate safeguards were followed to prevent potential war crimes. If confirmed, the strike would represent one of the deadliest incidents involving civilian casualties linked to US military operations in the Middle East in decades. One of the signatories, Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Armed Services Committee, described the incident as a “horrific tragedy” and said lawmakers needed a full account of what happened. “Let’s try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts,” Peters told BBC News. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. If confirmed, the strike would represent one of the deadliest incidents involving civilian casualties linked to US military operations in the Middle East in decades. One of the signatories, Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Armed Services Committee, described the incident as a “horrific tragedy” and said lawmakers needed a full account of what happened. “Let’s try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts,” Peters told BBC News. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. One of the signatories, Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Armed Services Committee, described the incident as a “horrific tragedy” and said lawmakers needed a full account of what happened. “Let’s try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts,” Peters told BBC News. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. “Let’s try to get those facts as quickly as we can so we know exactly what happened, and then we can discuss what actions to take after we know those facts,” Peters told BBC News. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. The issue has also deepened political divisions in Washington. No Republican senator signed the letter, while Sen John Fetterman was the only Democrat who did not, although he said an investigation into the strike was necessary. Related News Trump says 'honour' to be killing Iranian military Quds Day: Shi'ites stage pro-Palestine demonstration in Bauchi World Cup participation: No one can exclude us, Iran hits back at Trump In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. In a statement on its website, UNICEF said approximately 180 children had reportedly been killed since the escalation began, including 168 girls who died when the strike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school while classes were in session. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. “Children and schools are protected under international humanitarian law and must be places of safety,” UNICEF said, adding that at least 20 schools and 10 hospitals had been damaged across Iran. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. The agency urged all parties to the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. UNESCO joined several UN agencies and officials, including Secretary-General António Guterres, in condemning the attacks as well as retaliatory strikes by Iran. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. United Nations Messenger of Peace and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai also denounced the bombing, describing the killing of civilians, particularly children, as “unconscionable.” “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. “All states and parties must uphold their obligations under international law to protect civilians and safeguard schools,” she wrote on social media. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. “Every child deserves to live and learn in peace.” According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. According to reports by some US outlets, a preliminary assessment by American officials suggests the US was “likely” responsible but did not intentionally target the school. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. The report suggested the strike may have resulted from outdated intelligence that incorrectly identified the area as an active military facility. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. US President Donald Trump had earlier suggested Iran might have been responsible for the bombing, but later said he lacked sufficient information on the incident. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. “I just don’t know enough about it,” Trump told reporters, adding that he would accept the findings of the ongoing investigation. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. Video analysis by military experts showed that a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps base was struck with a Tomahawk missile — a weapon known to be in the arsenal of the US but not Israel or Iran. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. Footage released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency reportedly showed the missile moments before impact. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. Experts who analysed the video said the use of Tomahawk missiles and evidence of multiple strikes suggested the operation was likely conducted by US forces. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. Iran has blamed both the US and Israel for the attack, though Israel has denied involvement, with two Israeli officials telling the Washington Post that the operation had not been discussed with Israeli forces. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. Satellite images and verified videos have also shown damage to other civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and historic sites, since the US-Israeli operation began on February 28. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. Iran has responded with retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-allied states in the Gulf, some of which have reportedly hit civilian targets and energy facilities. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. Speaking to the BBC, former CIA Director and ex-Commander of US Central Command, General David Petraeus, said the US was “probably” responsible for the strike, though he had not personally reviewed the classified evidence. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound. “Tragically, we were probably the ones. We were the only ones with Tomahawk missiles in this particular conflict,” Petraeus said, suggesting the building may have been misidentified based on outdated intelligence that once classified it as part of an Iranian naval compound.
UN, US senators demand probe of strike killing 110 Iranian schoolchildren
