Former US officials criticize Pentagon silence on Iran school missile strike

14 articles · Updated · BBC.com · Apr 29

Five former US officials say the Pentagon's refusal to acknowledge possible US involvement in the February 28 Minab school strike, which killed 168 people including 110 children, is highly unusual.
The Pentagon has only stated the incident is under investigation, despite US media reports suggesting a US missile likely hit the school due to outdated coordinates. Congressional Democrats have repeatedly demanded answers, while Republicans remain silent.
Experts note past US administrations provided more transparency after civilian casualties. The lack of information is seen as a departure from standard practice, with some attributing it to reluctance to contradict President Trump's statements blaming Iran.

When a school is bombed, who is held accountable for the children lost?

Can US officials face war crimes charges for the Minab school bombing?

Did outdated data and AI cause the deadly strike on an Iranian school?

Why won't the Pentagon break its silence two months after the strike?

Has a US focus on 'lethality' dismantled safeguards protecting civilians?

With investigators barred from the site, can the full truth be known?