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Civilian Casualties in Minab: The 2026 US Airstrike on Shajareh Tayyebeh Elementary School and Its Global Repercussions
Overview
On February 28, 2026, during the initial phase of a U.S.-Israeli military offensive, a U.S. airstrike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh Elementary School in Minab, southern Iran. The school, which had been built on a former Revolutionary Guard base that closed 15 years earlier, was still operating as a civilian facility when struck. The attack, intended for nearby military targets, quickly drew international attention and raised concerns about outdated intelligence and civilian harm. This tragedy highlighted failures in target verification and sparked global demands for accountability, transparency, and better protection of civilians in conflict zones.