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Pentagon Criticized for Silence on Deadly Iran School Strike
Former US officials have criticized the Pentagon for its unusual silence and lack of details regarding a deadly school strike in Minab, Iran. The prolonged silence has led to increased scrutiny over the incident.
29 Apr, 02:01 — 29 Apr, 10:09
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Weeks of silence over Iran school strike highly unusual, former US officials say
In the two months since the deadly strike, the Pentagon has said only that the incident is under investigation.
Read full article →jerusalem-postMostly Factual120d ago
Pentagon faces scrutiny over lack of details on Minab school strike in Iran
The strike took place on February 28, at the beginning of Operation Epic Fury. A missile hit a primary school, killing 168 people, including around 110 children, according to Iranian officials.
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First report: BBC · 29 Apr, 02:01|Full coverage: 3 · 9h|Window: 9h
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