11.03.2026 20:10
The school attack in Iran that killed at least 175 people, including 165 children, was attributed to the United States. A preliminary investigation conducted by the U.S. military revealed that there was a serious targeting error behind the attack that resulted in civilian casualties in Iran. According to a report by the New York Times, it was determined that a U.S. Tomahawk missile launched on February 28 mistakenly struck an elementary school due to outdated intelligence data.
The preliminary investigation by the U.S. military revealed that on February 28, a U.S. Tomahawk missile accidentally struck an elementary school in Iran, resulting in the deaths of at least 175 people, mostly children.
The attack was caused by outdated targeting data labeling the building as part of a nearby Iranian naval base.
OUTDATED MAPS WERE USED
According to a report by the New York Times, the U.S. military's preliminary investigation concluded that American forces were responsible for the attack on the Iranian elementary school on February 28, which led to fatalities.
The investigation, based on U.S. military sources, indicated that the primary reason for the attack was outdated targeting data. It was revealed that officials at the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) used target maps from the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) database that had been prepared years ago.
THEY SAW THE SCHOOL AS PART OF THE IRANIAN NAVAL BASE
It was determined that in this data, the building housing Shajarah Tayyebeh Elementary School was still marked as part of the nearby Iranian naval base.
MISTAKE OF MULTIPLE AGENCIES
According to the findings of the investigation, multiple military and intelligence units were responsible for verifying the target coordinates during the creation process. However, the preliminary review revealed that none of these agencies updated the target information or conducted additional verification. As a result, the coordinates to which the missile was directed pointed to a civilian educational institution.
THE ATTACK OCCURRED IN THE FIRST HOURS OF THE WAR
According to reports by the New York Times based on U.S. officials and sources close to the investigation, the attack occurred in the first hours of military operations by the U.S. and Israel against Iran.
Following the incident, significant destruction occurred in the area, with reports indicating that at least 175 people, mostly children, lost their lives.
OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM THE PENTAGON EXPECTED
As the preliminary investigation conducted by the U.S. military approaches completion, it is stated that the Pentagon is expected to make an official assessment regarding the incident and possible responsibilities. Officials indicate that the targeting processes and intelligence verification mechanisms will be reviewed.
TRUMP SAID IRAN DID IT
U.S. President Donald Trump also responded to the question about the school attack by saying, "I think, based on what I see, the attack was carried out by Iran. You know, their munitions are extremely inaccurate. Their hit rates are very low. The attack was carried out by Iran."