Graves of 165 schoolgirls in Minab

In Minab, 165 graves have been dug for children who died at the 'Shajar al-Taibeh' girls' elementary school. According to the latest data from Iranian authorities, as of the morning of March 2, this number matches the officially announced 165 deaths following the US and Israeli strike carried out on the first day of the war in Iran. Work is ongoing to clear collapsed buildings, and the number of graves may increase.

Context

In response to escalating tensions in the region, the US and Israel carried out an air strike in Iran, which became one of the first steps in the military campaign.