Donald Trump on Iran School Attack: The ongoing war in the Middle East is raising new controversies and new questions every day. Amidst the attacks by America and Israel, there are reports of massive destruction in many cities of Iran. Meanwhile, an incident came to light which shocked the whole world. A primary school was bombed in Minab city of southern Iran. There was news of death of a large number of children in this attack. Initial reports said that this attack took place on the day when America and Israel started military action on Iran. After the horrific pictures and videos of the attack surfaced, outrage increased across the world. Many countries and human rights organizations raised questions as to why the war reached children’s schools.

Accusations and counter-accusations between America and Iran regarding school bombing

• On the first day of the war, an airstrike was carried out on a primary school named Shajrah Tayyebeh, located in the city of Minab in southern Iran. At least 168 people have died in this attack. A large number of children are also said to be included in these. Initial indications were that the weapon used in the attack could be American. However, the US administration has officially refused to take responsibility.
• According to reports, US officials told lawmakers in a closed-door meeting that at the time of the attack, the US military was conducting operations in the same area where the school is located. It was also said that Israel had no role in this attack. At present, the investigation of this entire matter is going on and the final report is awaited.

At least 168 people have died in this attack on the primary school in Minab city. (Photo AP)

Trump also rejected Britain’s help

Another interesting twist in this controversy came when Britain showed preparation to deploy its aircraft carrier in the Middle East. The HMS Prince of Wales carrier of the British Royal Navy was being prepared for this mission. But President Trump clearly said that America does not need Britain’s help in this war. He said that if help was to be given, it should have been done two weeks ago. Now it is not needed.

Why has the controversy increased over the attack on Iran’s school?

Controversy regarding this attack increased because initial investigation indicated that American weapons could have been used in the attack. The Trump administration clearly said that America is not responsible for this attack. Trump claimed that this attack might have been carried out by Iran itself. Due to this contradiction, the debate regarding this incident has intensified at the international level and many countries are demanding a transparent investigation.

How many people died in this attack?

According to reports, at least 168 people have died in this attack on the primary school of Minab city. A large number of children are said to be among those killed because the attack took place in the school premises. However, there has been some difference in different reports regarding the number of dead.

What happened in this matter between America and Britain?

Britain had shown readiness to deploy its aircraft carrier in the Middle East so that America could be supported if needed. But Trump publicly said that America does not need Britain’s help in this war. He also said that if Britain wanted to help, it should have done so earlier.

The world’s eyes are fixed on the results of the investigation.

At present, the investigation regarding this attack is going on and the US administration is also conducting an internal investigation. Initial indications say that the possibility of using American weapons in the attack cannot be ruled out. If this is proved in the investigation then it can become a big diplomatic challenge for America. On the other hand, Iran is also preparing to raise this incident on international forums.