News Summary:
- An Israeli airstrike reportedly struck a girls’ school in Minab, southern Iran, killing at least 40 students and injuring dozens more.
- The attack occurred amidst an escalating conflict between Iran, Israel, and the United States.
- Iranian authorities vehemently condemned the incident, deeming it a violation of international humanitarian law.
Teknowarta – The city of Minab in Iran’s southern Hormozgan Province has become the site of one of the deadliest tragedies in the recent military escalation involving Iran, Israel, and the United States. A primary school for girls in the area was reportedly hit by an airstrike, resulting in significant casualties.
According to Iranian state media, cited by various international outlets including Anadolu Agency, Premium Times, and ON Manorama, the airstrike on Saturday, February 28, 2026, killed dozens of students and injured scores more. Official Iranian news agency IRNA confirmed at least 40 fatalities and dozens of injuries after the attack struck the girls’ primary school in Minab. The majority of the victims were young students present inside the building during the morning attack.
Chronology of the Attack
This devastating strike unfolded amidst a substantial escalation of conflict, reportedly triggered by joint Israeli and US military operations. These operations have allegedly targeted several Iranian military infrastructure sites, including strategic areas in the capital Tehran and its southern regions. Reports from AFP and Associated Press indicate that this specific strike was perceived as an initial blow, intended to diminish Iran’s military capabilities and mitigate perceived threats it poses.
At the time of the attack, the elementary school was reportedly bustling with students commencing their day’s lessons. A powerful blast reverberated across the location, followed by plumes of smoke and immediate emergency evacuation efforts by local authorities. Further reports indicated that at least 45 other individuals sustained injuries and were subsequently treated at nearby medical facilities.
The Iranian government swiftly and unequivocally condemned the attack, denouncing it as a blatant violation of international humanitarian law and an inexcusable targeting of innocent civilians. Statements from local authorities affirmed national solidarity and pledged retaliatory action against those deemed responsible for the assault, signaling a potentially heightened response from Tehran.
The incident has ignited widespread international condemnation and intensified fears of a broadening violent escalation across the Middle East. Several analysts are now characterizing the Minab tragedy as a pivotal turning point in the conflict, one that could potentially provoke further intervention from regional and global actors. This attack is understood to be part of a larger series of military confrontations between Iran and the Israel-US coalition, which, according to various reports, include strikes on Iranian military installations and strong declarations from involved parties regarding threats to regional stability. The current escalation reportedly commenced after the failure of nuclear negotiations and a subsequent surge in military tensions within the Gulf region.
As of the time of this report, neither the Israeli nor the US governments have issued official statements confirming the Minab target or providing further details regarding their ongoing military operations. In response to the escalating casualties, governments and international organizations worldwide have issued urgent calls for de-escalation and enhanced protection for civilians caught in the crossfire.
Urging the UN Security Council to Act
On Saturday, February 28, 2026, the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Jakarta issued a strong condemnation of what it termed “acts of aggression” against civilian sites and vital infrastructure in Tehran and several other cities. In its official statement, the Iranian Embassy asserted that these attacks constitute a grave violation of Iran’s territorial integrity and national sovereignty.
The Iranian government views these actions as contrary to Article 2, paragraph 4 of the United Nations (UN) Charter, which explicitly prohibits the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any state. “Responding to such aggression is a legitimate and lawful right of the Islamic Republic of Iran under Article 51 of the UN Charter,” stated the Iranian Embassy. Article 51 of the UN Charter enshrines the inherent right of individual or collective self-defense if an armed attack occurs against a Member of the United Nations.
Iran further declared that its armed forces would exercise this right “in full” to defend its territorial integrity and national sovereignty, indicating a potential for further military retaliation from Tehran against Washington and Tel Aviv. As a founding member state of the UN, Iran formally requested the Security Council to take immediate and concrete measures, asserting that these attacks pose a serious threat to both regional and international peace and security.
Within the framework of international law, any claims of cross-border use of force without a UN Security Council mandate or without legitimate justification for self-defense have the potential to spark serious debate on the global stage. To date, no official Security Council resolution has authorized military action against Iran. The Iranian Embassy in Jakarta also appealed for support from the Indonesian government and society, including political figures, religious organizations, academics, and media, to condemn what it described as the initiation of war against Iranian territory.
Relations between the United States and Iran have long been marked by tension, particularly concerning Tehran’s nuclear program and regional security dynamics. Israel, which consistently perceives Iran’s nuclear program as an existential threat, has repeatedly been accused of conducting military and cyber operations against targets within Iranian territory. However, Israel has not yet provided an official statement regarding these latest accusations, coinciding with the Iranian Embassy’s release. Similarly, the US government has not issued public confirmation regarding the claims of these attacks.
Previous international media reports have highlighted heightened regional tensions, fueled by ongoing conflicts in surrounding areas, including security dynamics in Syria and Lebanon involving regional proxies. Any direct attack on the sovereign territory of Iran carries the significant risk of expanding the conflict and involving a greater number of state actors, thus exacerbating instability across the Middle East.
(Tribunnews.com/ Chrysnha)
This article was originally published on Tribunnews.com under the title “Jumlah Korban Serangan Israel Tewaskan 40 Siswa di Sekolah Iran, Semuanya Perempuan.”
Summary
An Israeli airstrike reportedly struck a girls’ primary school in Min