The Pentagon is facing mounting pressure from former military and defense officials over its continued silence regarding a strike on a school in Minab, Iran, which occurred earlier this year.
While the Department of Defense maintains that the incident is currently under investigation, critics—including a former senior military lawyer—argue that the lack of public information is a departure from standard procedures seen in previous administrations.
Reports have suggested that U.S. military investigators believe American forces may have unintentionally struck the school due to outdated target coordinates, though no final conclusion has been released.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has stated that the military does not target civilians, and the Pentagon has appointed an investigating officer from outside the Central Command chain of command to review the matter.
The situation remains complicated by the Iranian regime's refusal to grant independent access to the site, as well as the administration's ongoing commitment to a thorough internal review.
While some former officials characterize the delay as an attempt to avoid negative narratives during the conflict, others note that complex investigations require time to ensure accuracy. The Pentagon has declined to provide further comment until the investigation is complete.
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