Iranian parents write to Pope after school attack

Parents of children killed in an alleged airstrike in Minab have written a letter to Pope Leo, thanking him for speaking out and urging global attention to the tragedy.

In the letter, the grieving families expressed appreciation for the Pope’s message calling for an end to violence, saying his appeal to “lay down arms” offered hope that their voices would be heard internationally. They described their children as innocent victims and called for accountability over the incident.

According to the parents, authorities in the White House have not issued any formal apology regarding the reported attack. The families urged global leaders and humanitarian organisations to take notice and press for justice.

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Reports claim that more than 160 people, including schoolgirls, were killed in the strike on February 28. The incident has drawn criticism from rights groups and political figures, who have raised concerns over potential violations of international law.

Separately, Masoud Pezeshkian expressed condolences over the deaths, particularly highlighting the loss of young girls. In a statement marking a national occasion, he said the nation remained deeply saddened by the tragedy and emphasised that the sacrifices of those killed would not be forgotten.

He added that the incident occurred during a period of heightened tensions and described the victims as part of a broader struggle faced by the country. The president reiterated that the loss had strengthened national resolve.

The incident continues to fuel international debate, with calls for independent investigations and greater efforts to protect civilians, especially children, during conflicts.