A devastating tragedy struck today as reports confirmed that a missile hit a girls’ elementary school in the southern Iranian city of Minab, resulting in the deaths of dozens of students and injuries to many others. The attack occurred during school hours, catching both students and teachers completely off guard. Officials have described the incident as one of the deadliest civilian tragedies in the ongoing regional conflict.
At least 51 students have been confirmed dead, with approximately 60 more wounded, as rescue teams continue to comb through the rubble for survivors. Many of the victims were young girls between the ages of 7 and 12. Authorities warn that the death toll could rise further as recovery operations proceed.
The school, situated in the Hormozgan province of southern Iran, was reportedly targeted by missiles amid a wave of airstrikes earlier in the day. Around 170 students were inside the building at the time of the attack, highlighting the scale of the human loss and the chaos that followed the explosion.
Eyewitnesses described harrowing scenes of destruction, with frantic rescue efforts underway as emergency personnel arrived at the site. Parents and family members gathered anxiously at temporary command posts nearby, desperately hoping for news of their children. Medical teams worked tirelessly to treat the injured and recover bodies from the collapsed structure.
Iranian authorities have directly blamed Israeli forces for the strike, asserting that it was part of broader military operations in the region. The government condemned the attack as a deliberate assault on civilians and called for the international community to recognize the suffering endured by students and their families.
The strike has further intensified tensions across the Middle East, amid escalating conflicts involving the United States, Israel, and Iran over the past several days. Regional leaders and international observers expressed shock and profound sorrow over the loss of young lives, with urgent calls for restraint and immediate humanitarian assistance for the victims.
Officials continue to urge patience and support for first responders working under extremely challenging conditions. As rescue operations persist, global reactions are expected to intensify, and diplomatic responses may follow as nations grapple with the broader impact of this tragedy on regional stability.