Mar 1 • 14:15 UTC 🇶🇦 Qatar Al Jazeera

165 students killed in airstrike on school in Iran, Israel denies responsibility

An airstrike on a girls' school in Mynab, Iran, has resulted in the death of 165 students, with Israel denying involvement in the attack.

In a tragic incident in Mynab, Iran, an airstrike on the 'Shajarat Tobah' girls' school has left 165 students dead and 96 others injured, who were subsequently hospitalized. The attack, attributed to Israeli and American military actions, has sparked outrage and concern, particularly from the Iranian Ministry of Education, highlighting the vulnerability of children in conflict zones.

The Israeli government, however, has vehemently denied any participation in this attack, stating through military spokesperson Nadav Shoshani that there were no known Israeli or American operations in the area at the time of the incident. This denial comes amidst heightened tensions in the region, as both local and international organizations assess the implications of such brutal acts against innocent civilians.

Moreover, the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has expressed profound concern regarding the bombing, emphasizing the dangers faced by children in war-torn areas. The incident raises critical questions about the targeting of educational institutions during military operations and the broader impact on children's safety and well-being in Iran and other conflict zones.

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