Tehran, Mar 28: Grief-stricken parents in Iran have recounted the terrifying moments and lasting trauma following a deadly bombing at a primary school that claimed the lives of several children.
According to local accounts, the blast occurred during school hours, triggering panic among families and residents in the area.
Many parents rushed to the site after hearing loud explosions and reports of smoke rising from the neighbourhood.
One mother said she initially mistook the sound of the explosion for a household disturbance before realising something was seriously wrong.
Shortly before the incident, she had received a call from her child’s school informing her of an early closure, without providing any explanation.
As confusion turned to fear, residents reported scenes of chaos on the streets, with people running and emergency responders rushing to the site.
Families who arrived at the school described extensive damage, with parts of the building reduced to rubble.
Parents frantically searched for their children amid debris and crowds.
One father said he struggled to locate his children’s classrooms, only to find sections of the school severely damaged.
The incident has left several families devastated, with survivors recounting the emotional toll and uncertainty that followed.
Authorities have yet to release full details regarding the cause of the explosion or the exact number of casualties, but investigations are underway.
The tragedy has sparked widespread concern over civilian safety, particularly in conflict-affected areas, and highlighted the vulnerability of children in such situations.
Officials said rescue and relief operations were carried out immediately after the blast, while medical teams provided treatment to the injured.
The incident has drawn attention to the human cost of violence, with families calling for accountability and measures to prevent such tragedies in the future.
