Iranian School Listed as Potential US Target, Possibly Misidentified as Military Site

March 12, 2026 • Google News World

A US Missile Strike Hit an Iranian School, Preliminary Inquiry Suggests

The Pentagon has launched an investigation into a recent missile strike in Iran that killed at least 19 people. According to preliminary findings, the US strike likely hit an elementary school due to outdated intelligence.

The incident occurred on September 24, when a US drone struck a building in the town of Abozarj, near the city of Isfahan. The target was reportedly believed to be a military site, but it appears that the location was actually a school.

Preliminary inquiry suggests that the US strike may have been carried out due to outdated intelligence on the target. The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge in the coming days.

The incident has sparked international concern, with many calling for an explanation of how such a mistake could occur. The US government has yet to comment on the matter, but officials have acknowledged that the strike was carried out by a US drone.

The school where the strike occurred is located in a rural area and is attended by students from local villages. The incident has left many families shaken and has raised questions about the accuracy of intelligence used by the US military.

As the investigation continues, officials are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the strike and what led to the mistake.

Source: Google News World