Iran school strike: Will the truth come out?
Summary
This episode examines the deadly U.S. missile strike on an Iranian school that killed 120 children, a pivotal event in the ongoing U.S.-Israel war. BBC correspondent Nawal al-Maghafi reports from Minab, detailing the devastation and the Iranian public’s demand for accountability. Meanwhile, Tom Bateman discusses the U.S. government’s refusal to confirm responsibility, highlighting a rare lack of transparency from the Pentagon and the Trump administration.
Topics discussed
Introduction: The Minab school strike and its impact
Nawal al-Maghafi's reporting trip across Iran
Iranian public reaction and the regime's narrative
Eyewitness accounts from the school attack
Visiting the ruins and the children's cemetery
Grief, anger, and calls for accountability
Evidence pointing to US Tomahawk missiles
US government's initial response and silence
Political contradictions and internal investigations
Historical context and conclusion
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