Iran’s Ministry of Education says 312 students and teachers have been killed and 207 injured during the ongoing war, attributing the casualties to what it describes as 'American–Israeli attacks'. According to the ministry’s Information Centre, the dead include 253 students and 59 teachers and education staff. Hossein Sadeghi, head of the centre, said the student fatalities include 143 boys, 103 girls, and seven preschool children, according to West Asia News Agency. Among staff, 39 women and 11 men were killed, along with several retired personnel.&nbsp;<h2>Widespread damage to schools and facilities</h2> The ministry reported extensive damage to infrastructure across the country. WANA quoted Hossein Sadeghi as saying that 857 educational spaces have been affected, along with 55 administrative facilities, 32 sports halls and 15 cultural centres. Eight student camps have also been damaged or destroyed. He added that the scale of destruction reflects a broader pattern of attacks on civilian infrastructure since the conflict began.&nbsp;ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-one-nation-controls-42-of-global-arms-who-tops-the-list-of-7-biggest-exporters-and-where-are-their-weapons-going-1775635590144/1775635590145">‘One nation controls 42% of global arms’: Who tops the list of 7 biggest exporters and where are their weapons going?</a> Iran’s Ministry of Science had earlier said at least 20 universities and student dormitories have been targeted. Some of the targeted sites also included educational medical centers. Among those affected are Iran University of Science and Technology in Tehran, Sharif University of Technology, Shahid Beheshti University, Isfahan University of Technology and Imam Hossein University. Reports also indicated that some university professors have been targeted for assassination, raising concerns about the safety of academic personnel during the conflict.&nbsp;<h2>International concern over civilian casualties</h2> The United Nations human rights chief has urged the United States to complete its investigation into a deadly incident involving a primary school, raised during a Human Rights Council session in Geneva. The emergency debate followed Iran’s claims that more than 175 children and teachers were killed in a strike on the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls' elementary school in Minab.&nbsp;ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-ultimately-up-to-the-iranians-vance-says-iran-war-will-end-very-shortly-after-us-largely-achieved-goals-1775571293207">'Ultimately up to the Iranians’: Vance says Iran war will end ‘very shortly’ after US ‘largely achieved’ goals</a>&nbsp;<h2>Calls for accountability intensify</h2> In the United States, lawmakers have demanded a formal inquiry into the reported school attack. A preliminary military investigation indicated US responsibility, though officials have not released full findings. Members of Congress have called for transparency on how targets were selected and whether safeguards to minimise civilian harm were followed. The Pentagon has said the investigation remains ongoing and findings will be shared once complete. In-person classes remain suspended nationwide. Most institutions have attempted to shift to remote learning, but frequent power outages and internet instability have made this largely ineffective. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump agreed to a two-week ceasefire just hours before the deadline he had set for Iran to capitulate, during which he had warned that otherwise “a whole civilisation will die tonight”. According to reports, the decision followed a last-minute diplomatic intervention led by Pakistan. Iran also agreed to the ceasefire, stating that it would guarantee safe passage for maritime traffic through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz for the duration of the truce. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

According to the ministry’s Information Centre, the dead include 253 students and 59 teachers and education staff. Hossein Sadeghi, head of the centre, said the student fatalities include 143 boys, 103 girls, and seven preschool children

Iran’s Ministry of Education says 312 students and teachers have been killed and 207 injured during the ongoing war, attributing the casualties to what it describes as 'American–Israeli attacks'. According to the ministry’s Information Centre, the dead include 253 students and 59 teachers and education staff. Hossein Sadeghi, head of the centre, said the student fatalities include 143 boys, 103 girls, and seven preschool children, according to West Asia News Agency. Among staff, 39 women and 11 men were killed, along with several retired personnel. Widespread damage to schools and facilities The ministry reported extensive damage to infrastructure across the country. WANA quoted Hossein Sadeghi as saying that 857 educational spaces have been affected, along with 55 administrative facilities, 32 sports halls and 15 cultural centres. Eight student camps have also been damaged or destroyed. He added that the scale of destruction reflects a broader pattern of attacks on civilian infrastructure since the conflict began. ALSO READ: ‘One nation controls 42% of global arms’: Who tops the list of 7 biggest exporters and where are their weapons going? Iran’s Ministry of Science had earlier said at least 20 universities and student dormitories have been targeted. Some of the targeted sites also included educational medical centers. Among those affected are Iran University of Science and Technology in Tehran, Sharif University of Technology, Shahid Beheshti University, Isfahan University of Technology and Imam Hossein University. Reports also indicated that some university professors have been targeted for assassination, raising concerns about the safety of academic personnel during the conflict. International concern over civilian casualties The United Nations human rights chief has urged the United States to complete its investigation into a deadly incident involving a primary school, raised during a Human Rights Council session in Geneva. The emergency debate followed Iran’s claims that more than 175 children and teachers were killed in a strike on the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls' elementary school in Minab. ALSO READ: 'Ultimately up to the Iranians’: Vance says Iran war will end ‘very shortly’ after US ‘largely achieved’ goals Calls for accountability intensify In the United States, lawmakers have demanded a formal inquiry into the reported school attack. A preliminary military investigation indicated US responsibility, though officials have not released full findings. Members of Congress have called for transparency on how targets were selected and whether safeguards to minimise civilian harm were followed. The Pentagon has said the investigation remains ongoing and findings will be shared once complete. In-person classes remain suspended nationwide. Most institutions have attempted to shift to remote learning, but frequent power outages and internet instability have made this largely ineffective. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump agreed to a two-week ceasefire just hours before the deadline he had set for Iran to capitulate, during which he had warned that otherwise “a whole civilisation will die tonight”. According to reports, the decision followed a last-minute diplomatic intervention led by Pakistan. Iran also agreed to the ceasefire, stating that it would guarantee safe passage for maritime traffic through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz for the duration of the truce. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

According to the ministry’s Information Centre, the dead include 253 students and 59 teachers and education staff. Hossein Sadeghi, head of the centre, said the student fatalities include 143 boys, 103 girls, and seven preschool children.

312 students & teachers killed, schools-infrastructure significantly damaged in war: Iran education ministry

Days before Donald Trump's ultimatum to Iran ends, he said Tehran has asked America for a ceasefire. In his social media post, he also said “Iran's new regime president (is) much less radicalised and far more intelligent than his predecessors." Though he clarified that a ceasefire will only be considered when the Strait of Hormuz “ is open, free, and clear”. Until then, the US will continue “blasting”.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-war-trump-claims-iran-has-no-nuclear-ambitions-says-regime-change-done-1775056494443/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-war-trump-claims-iran-has-no-nuclear-ambitions-says-regime-change-done-1775056494443/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Amid the ongoing war, which has created a global energy crisis, Trump had announced a pause for 5 days on March 23 and then extended it for 10 days on March 27. According to this timeline, the 10th day would be April 6, but on Monday (Mar 30), the US president threatened Iran even before the ultimatum could end. As the US and Israel's joint military operation in Iran was paused as per Donald Trump's claims. In a social media post he wrote, “I have instructed the Department of War to postpone any and all military strikes against Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure for a five-day period, subject to the success of the ongoing meetings and discussions.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/open-hormuz-or-else-trump-threatens-to-blow-up-iran-s-power-plants-oil-wells-and-kharg-island-1774878352503">Open Hormuz or else: Trump threatens to blow up Iran's power plants, oil wells, and Kharg Island</a>&nbsp;He also pointed to “detailed, and constructive conversations”, while Tehran denies any such dialogue. The Foreign Ministry's spokesman, Esmaeil Baqaei, said no direct or indirect talks have taken place in the last 24 hours, and the parliament speaker, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, reiterated.&nbsp;What began as a joint military strike in Iran on February 28 has spread across the region far and beyond. Following the attack which killed Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei, Tehran conducted airstrikes on American bases in West Asia. Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Lebanon have also been targets of drones and missiles. The Strait of Hormuz has been blocked, and that has led to a situation even back home in India.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

President Donald Trump responds to a ceasefire request from Iran’s "new regime," conditioning any peace deal on the total reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Days before Donald Trump's ultimatum to Iran ends, he said Tehran has asked America for a ceasefire. In his social media post, he also said “Iran's new regime president (is) much less radicalised and far more intelligent than his predecessors." Though he clarified that a ceasefire will only be considered when the Strait of Hormuz “ is open, free, and clear”. Until then, the US will continue “blasting”. https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-war-trump-claims-iran-has-no-nuclear-ambitions-says-regime-change-done-1775056494443/embed Amid the ongoing war, which has created a global energy crisis, Trump had announced a pause for 5 days on March 23 and then extended it for 10 days on March 27. According to this timeline, the 10th day would be April 6, but on Monday (Mar 30), the US president threatened Iran even before the ultimatum could end. As the US and Israel's joint military operation in Iran was paused as per Donald Trump's claims. In a social media post he wrote, “I have instructed the Department of War to postpone any and all military strikes against Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure for a five-day period, subject to the success of the ongoing meetings and discussions.” Also read: Open Hormuz or else: Trump threatens to blow up Iran's power plants, oil wells, and Kharg Island He also pointed to “detailed, and constructive conversations”, while Tehran denies any such dialogue. The Foreign Ministry's spokesman, Esmaeil Baqaei, said no direct or indirect talks have taken place in the last 24 hours, and the parliament speaker, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, reiterated. What began as a joint military strike in Iran on February 28 has spread across the region far and beyond. Following the attack which killed Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei, Tehran conducted airstrikes on American bases in West Asia. Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Lebanon have also been targets of drones and missiles. The Strait of Hormuz has been blocked, and that has led to a situation even back home in India.

President Donald Trump responds to a ceasefire request from Iran’s "new regime," conditioning any peace deal on the total reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

'Will consider when Hormuz is open..': Trump says Iran asked for ceasefire as West Asia war escalates

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312 students & teachers killed, schools-infrastructure significantly damaged in war: Iran education ministry

'Will consider when Hormuz is open..': Trump says Iran asked for ceasefire