The UN's human rights chief has urged the US to conclude its investigation and publish its findings into a deadly strike on an Iranian primary school that happened on the first day of the war last month. The bombing evoked a visceral horror, Volker Türk said at an urgent debate in the UN Human Rights Council, stating, there must be justice for the terrible harm done. The attack on Shajareh Tayyebeh school consisted of two missile strikes in quick succession that killed at least 168 people, including about 110 children, according to Iranian officials. US media have reported that American military investigators believe its forces likely struck the school unintentionally. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth previously mentioned that the matter was under investigation. Türk emphasized the importance of an impartial inquiry, urging swift publication of the investigation's results. Iranian officials, including Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, condemned the attack, labeling it a deliberate and intentional strike by the US. There is mounting pressure on US officials from Congressional members seeking transparency regarding the circumstances leading to the civilian casualties. The Pentagon confirmed that it would respond to the inquiries from lawmakers....
UN Urges US to Publish Findings on Deadly Iranian School Strike
UN Urges US to Publish Findings on Deadly Iranian School Strike
The UN's human rights chief, Volker Türk, has called for the United States to finalize its investigation into the tragic missile strike on Shajareh Tayyebeh school in Iran, which resulted in the deaths of 168, including 110 children.
In the wake of a catastrophic missile strike on an Iranian school, UN human rights chief Volker Türk has urged the US to complete its investigation and reveal the findings. Over 160 fatalities have been reported, with American military analysts suggesting US forces may have inadvertently caused the attack during the ongoing conflict. The strike has raised serious concerns about civilian casualties and accountability.
