President Donald Trump said the U.S. strike on a girls' school in Iran that killed about 150 people [1] is under investigation.
The incident represents a significant escalation in tensions and raises questions about military precision, and accountability regarding civilian casualties in the region.
Speaking during a G7 press conference in France on Wednesday, June 12, Trump addressed the strike that occurred in late February 2026 [1]. When asked about the event, the president said it was a "strange question to be asked at this state" and noted that the event happened a long time ago [1].
Trump said that nobody targeted the school on purpose [1]. He acknowledged the volatility of conflict, saying, "Mistakes are made, war is nasty. But I know it's under investigation" [1].
According to reports, the strike resulted in the deaths of approximately 150 people [1]. Trump said it was strange to be asked the question [2] during the summit, though he maintained that the military's actions are being reviewed.
The president did not provide specific details regarding the timeline for the investigation or the nature of the "mistakes" mentioned. He said that the strike was not intentional [1].
“"Mistakes are made, war is nasty."”
The administration's characterization of the school bombing as a 'mistake' under investigation suggests a strategy of acknowledging civilian harm without accepting immediate legal or political liability. By framing the inquiry as a 'strange question' during a diplomatic summit, the president is attempting to pivot away from the humanitarian fallout of the February strike while maintaining a formal process of military review.
