The United Nations (UN) Security Council is set to hold closed-door consultations on Friday, March 27, over the ongoing conflict in Iran, as tensions across the Middle East continue to escalate.
The meeting, requested by Russia, will focus on recent strikes on civilian infrastructure, including schools and healthcare facilities, amid growing global concern over the humanitarian impact of the war.
Papers News reports that the conflict, which began after joint military action by the United States and Israel on February 28, has since expanded, triggering retaliatory attacks across the region.
The escalation has intensified fears of a broader regional crisis, with multiple countries closely monitoring developments.
One of the deadliest incidents in the conflict occurred in the southern Iranian city of Minab, where a strike reportedly hit a school, killing more than 160 children.
Preliminary findings from a US military investigation indicated that the tragedy was caused by a targeting error involving a cruise missile.
The incident has drawn widespread condemnation and renewed calls for accountability.
The conflict has also disrupted shipping activities through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a vital corridor for global oil and gas supplies.
The disruption has heightened concerns over potential economic fallout, particularly as energy markets react to the instability.
Meanwhile, the United Nations Human Rights Council is expected to convene a separate session in Geneva to examine the circumstances surrounding the school attack and the broader impact of the conflict on civilians.
