Deadly Strike on Iranian Elementary School Sparks Investigation into Humanitarian Law Violations

The strike on the girl’s elementary school in Minab occurred on February 6, 2026, in the wake of escalating military tensions between Iran, the United States, and Israel. Early evidence suggests that a Tomahawk cruise missile may have been used, pointing toward possible United States involvement, given that these weapons are primarily used by the U.S. military. Under International Humanitarian Law (IHL), the deliberate targeting of civilians constitutes a war crime, placing an attack of this scale well within the scope of potential prosecution.

Opinion, ColumnsMina KimApril 28, 2026United Nations, Iran, United States of America, Gaza, Israel, Donald TrumpComment

Is the United Nations the Most Divided on its 80th Birthday?

In many ways, the United Nations remains humanity’s best-known experiment in collective responsibility. Its next decade will determine whether that experiment still has the power to inspire generations to come, or whether the world will let the scaffolding of cooperation crumble, just when it is needed most.

No Sanctuary, No Salvation: Gaza’s Return to Ruins

The Islamic month of Ramadan is one that is traditionally marked by festivity, spiritual unity, and holiness for nearly 2 billion Muslims. However, for the 600,000 Palestinians returning to Northern Gaza, the vibrant laughter and contagious joy felt through eagerly breaking fasts and faithful practices have been drowned out by devastation and despair.