The conflict has escalated with intense air attacks on Iranian cities, marking a significant phase in the US-Israel war on Iran. Recent developments have seen Israel’s military launching a new wave of strikes on Tehran, targeting what they describe as ‘regime infrastructure’.
Recent Developments
In a tragic incident, at least 168 people, including children, were killed at a girls’ school in Minab, Iran, due to an airstrike. Reports indicate that the bombardment in Tehran has been more intense than previously seen, with civilian sites being targeted.
According to UNICEF, over 1,300 people have been killed in the strikes on Iran so far, including at least 181 children. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed responsibility for retaliatory actions, stating they targeted a US base in the UAE in response to the airstrike on the school.
Statements and Reactions
President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized, “We are committed to lasting peace in the region yet we have no hesitation in defending our nation’s dignity & sovereignty.” Meanwhile, UN rights chief Volker Turk described the incident as “absolutely tragic,” acknowledging that mistakes were clearly made.
Future Implications
Iran’s military has announced plans to expand its attacks, including targeting a US-owned oil tanker off Kuwait. The US military has stated that Iranian targets are ‘being decimated’ by US forces, indicating a further escalation in military actions.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the exact number of casualties and the specifics surrounding the airstrike on the girls’ school. Additionally, it remains uncertain whether the US base in the UAE was actually hit by Iranian strikes.
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