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Pentagon Faces Criticism Over Silence on Iran School Strike Several former US officials have raised concerns about the Pentagon’s lack of transparency after a deadly strike on a school in Iran earlier this year. The incident has drawn attention because officials say the response is unusually limited compared to past cases. Deadly Strike in Minab Raises Questions The attack happened on February 28 in the city of Minab during the early phase of the US-Israeli conflict. A missile struck a primary school, killing 168 people. Reports from Iranian authorities say around 110 of the victims were children. Since the incident, the Pentagon has only stated that an investigation is ongoing. No further details have been shared so far. Former Officials Call Out Lack of Transparency Some former US officials say this silence is not normal. They point out that in previous incidents involving civilian deaths, the Pentagon released key information within weeks. Retired US Air Force legal expert Lt Col Rachel VanLandingham said the current response is very different from past practices. She stressed that earlier administrations showed a stronger commitment to the law of war and accountability. She also noted that clear communication helps prevent similar tragedies in the future. According to her, that element is missing in this case. Conflicting Statements From Leadership US President Donald Trump commented on the incident in early March. He suggested that Iran could be responsible, but did not provide any evidence. Later, when asked about footage showing a US Tomahawk missile hitting a nearby military base, he said he had not seen it. He also claimed Iran possessed similar missiles, again without proof. When questioned about reports linking US forces to the strike, he said he was unaware of the situation. Investigation Ongoing, But Details Remain Limited Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that the incident is under investigation. He added that US forces do not intentionally target civilians. Despite repeated questions, the Department of Defense has not confirmed whether the nearby Iranian military base was part of planned targets. This is unusual, as such details are typically disclosed in other operations. Reports Suggest Possible US Involvement Independent footage shows a US Tomahawk missile hitting a military base next to the school. Some reports suggest that the school may have been struck due to outdated target coordinates provided by intelligence sources. However, officials have not confirmed these claims. The Pentagon has also declined to comment on these reports. Growing Pressure for Accountability The lack of clear answers has increased pressure on US authorities. Critics argue that transparency is essential, especially in cases involving civilian casualties. They believe that acknowledging mistakes, if any, is key to maintaining credibility and preventing future incidents.
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Pentagon Faces Criticism Over Silence on Iran School Strike

Several former US officials have raised concerns about the Pentagon’s lack of…

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