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As the Pentagon stays quiet, AP reconstructs a US strike that killed over 100 Iranian children
By Julia Frankel, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 1, 2026
· 11 min read
It was the deadliest reported strike in the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran. Most of the victims were children.In almost any other conflict, these haunting truths would be seared into national memory. Yet more than 120 days since at least one U.S. missile struck an Iranian primary school, there rem...
Key takeaway Yet more than 120 days since at least one U.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The lack of transparency surrounding the US missile strike on an Iranian primary school has significant implications for San Antonio 's own community, particularly in regards to accountability and the impact of military actions on civilians. As a city with a strong military presence, San Antonio residents may be concerned about the potential consequences of such actions and the need for clear communication from government officials. The fact that the Trump administration has yet to release findings from the Pentagon investigation or accept blame for the strike raises questions about the level of accountability and oversight in military operations. This incident may also spark discussions among local educators and community leaders about the importance of protecting schools and civilians in conflict zones, and the need for international cooperation to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 11 min
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