The Iranian government has accused Israel and the United States of carrying out an airstrike on a school in Minab, Iran, during the first day of ongoing hostilities, resulting in over 150 fatalities. Neither the U.S. nor Israel has confirmed such an attack, and the AFP news agency cannot independently verify these claims, including casualty figures or access to the site of the incident. This incident highlights the dangers faced by children in conflict zones, raising alarm over the collateral damage inflicted on innocent lives.

A committee has expressed deep concern regarding reports of strikes on civil infrastructure, particularly schools and hospitals, which have injured and traumatized children, taking countless young lives. They emphasize that children are among the most vulnerable in armed conflicts and should never be treated as collateral damage. This statement serves not only as a call to action but also as a humanitarian consideration for the impact of war on the youngest and most defenseless members of society.

In response to the alleged airstrike, Iranian state media reported that ceremonies were held for at least 165 individuals, including students, who purportedly died from the attack, showcasing an outpouring of grief in Minab. State television displayed images of large crowds mourning, echoing the tragic reality that ongoing military confrontations bring to communities, particularly highlighting the devastating effects on the youth caught in the crossfire of international tensions.