U.S. and Israel shelled school in Iran

On the morning of September 12, 2023, an airstrike occurred in Iran, resulting in the deaths of over a hundred children and damaging school infrastructure, according to Iran's UN representative Amir Saeid Iravani. Iran called this a 'crime against humanity.' As stated by Fu Cong, China emphasized in its statements that there is no justification for such violence and expressed sorrow over the escalating tensions. In response, the United States, as stated by Mike Waltz during the opening remarks, argued that the operations are lawful and consistent with international law and global security interests. According to reports from Kan, tensions continue in Kyiv alongside diplomatic negotiations amid growing concerns over the risk of a new conflict.

Context

The situation arose in the context of prolonged sanctions and increasing tensions between Iran and Western countries.