# UNESCO
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Grief and Accusation After School Strike in Iran Deepens Regional Rift
A missile strike on a girls’ primary school in Minab, Iran, killed at least 165 people, mostly children, and prompted mass funerals, international condemnation and calls for independent investigations. Tehran blames U.S. and Israeli forces, while Washington and Tel Aviv have denied or not acknowledged responsibility and said reviews are underway, deepening regional and diplomatic tensions.
Withdrawing but Not Paying: How U.S. Arrears Are Reshaping Global Institutions
The United States is simultaneously withdrawing from some UN agencies and refusing to pay billions in assessed and voluntary contributions, creating cash shortfalls and prompting institutional adjustments across the UN system. Officials say arrears must be settled before formal exits take effect, while agencies relocate staff and curtail services in response to tighter finances.