Amnesty International Blames US for Deadly Attack on Iranian School
According to Amnesty International, a deadly attack on an Iranian school in Minab that killed at least 170 people, mostly children, was likely carried out using a Tomahawk missile from the US.
In a shocking report, Amnesty International has accused the United States of being responsible for a deadly attack on an Iranian school in the city of Minab. The attack, which occurred earlier this year, resulted in the deaths of at least 170 people, the majority of whom were children.
According to the human rights group, the attack was likely carried out using a Tomahawk missile, a type of cruise missile commonly used by the US military. The missile strike hit the Minab school, which was in session at the time, causing widespread devastation and loss of life.
The Amnesty International report states that the evidence points to the US as the responsible party, as they have used Tomahawk missiles in previous strikes in the region. The group has called for a thorough investigation into the incident and for the US to be held accountable if their involvement is confirmed.
"This was a horrific and unacceptable attack that has robbed countless families of their loved ones, especially innocent children," said Jaye Smith, the lead researcher on the case for Amnesty International. "The US must come clean and take responsibility if they were indeed behind this deadly strike."
The Iranian government has also condemned the attack, calling it a "war crime" and a "crime against humanity." They have vowed to pursue legal action against the US if the Amnesty International findings are corroborated.
This latest incident adds to the growing tensions between Iran and the US, which have been at odds for decades over a range of political, economic, and security issues. The deadly attack on the Minab school has only served to further inflame these tensions and has sparked outrage around the world.
As the investigation into the Minab school attack continues, the international community is watching closely to see how the US and Iran will respond. The stakes are high, and the repercussions of this incident could have far-reaching implications for the region and beyond.
Source: Al Jazeera
