Newly released video footage appears to contradict former President Donald Trump’s assertion that an Iranian missile struck a girls' school, revealing that it was actually a U.S. Tomahawk missile that hit an Iranian base nearby. The incident, which occurred on the first day of the conflict on February 28, has drawn attention to the reality of missile strikes in urban areas, where civilian infrastructure like schools is often precariously close to military targets. The footage, published by the Iranian news channel Mehr News, has received validation from reputable media outlets such as Bellingcat and The New York Times, which have geolocalized the video to confirm the events. Additionally, independent analysts from Geoconfirmed have also concluded that the Tomahawk missile did indeed strike a base associated with Iran's Revolutionary Guards, leading to further scrutiny of both U.S. military actions and the narratives surrounding them. This clarification raises important questions regarding the consequences of military interventions and the accuracy of public statements made by political leaders. As tensions rise in the region, the implications of such actions could have significant repercussions for international relations and the perception of military engagements by the U.S., illustrating the often complex interplay between military strategy and civilian safety in combat zones.