U.S. investigation into deadly strike on Iran girls’ school nearing conclusion, admiral says
A U.S. military investigation into a deadly strike on a girls' school in Iran is nearing completion, according to a military commander. The strike, which occurred on February 28, resulted in the deaths of over 175 children and teachers. The investigation has faced complexities due to the school's proximity to an active Iranian cruise missile base.
- ▪The U.S. military investigation is complex due to the school's location on an active Iranian cruise missile base.
- ▪An initial investigation indicated that U.S. forces were likely responsible for the strike that killed more than 175 individuals.
- ▪Democratic lawmakers have urged the U.S. military to acknowledge responsibility for the attack, which occurred on the first day of the conflict.
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Open this photo in gallery:Graves are prepared for victims following a strike on a school in Minab, Iran, on March 2.Iranian Foreign Media Department/ReutersShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountA U.S. military investigation into a strike at a girls’ school in Iran has been “complex” given that it was located on an active Iranian cruise missile base, but the probe is approaching its conclusion, a U.S. military commander said on Tuesday.Reuters first reported that an initial, internal U.S. military investigation showed U.S. forces were likely responsible for the fatal strike in Minab. The Pentagon has since elevated the probe but it has not acknowledged any preliminary findings.The incident took place on Feb.
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