China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the Chinese government plans to donate $200,000 (approximately 6.45 million baht) to assist the parents and families of students killed in a missile attack on an all-girls primary school in Iran at the start of the Middle East conflict.
Geng Shuang, spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, revealed that the Chinese Red Cross will deliver this emergency humanitarian aid to the Iranian Red Crescent Society, specifying the clear purpose to "express condolences and provide relief" specifically to the families of the victims.
The spokesperson said in a daily press briefing that the attack constitutes a serious violation of international humanitarian law. "Attacking schools and children is an even graver violation and crosses the highest limits of human conscience and morality," he stated, affirming that China stands ready to support and provide necessary assistance to the Iranian people during this difficult time.
Iranian local media reported that funeral ceremonies have been held for at least 165 victims, many of whom were children. Tehran authorities have accused the United States and Israel of being behind the attack that took place on the first day of the conflict.
Meanwhile, The New York Times reported last Wednesday that a U.S. military investigation found that a U.S. Tomahawk missile targeted the school due to a targeting error. However, Israel has denied any involvement or knowledge regarding the attack.
U.S. President Donald Trump made confusing remarks by initially suggesting that Iran might have carried out the attack itself, despite Iran not possessing Tomahawk missiles. When questioned about The New York Times report on the U.S. military's error, Trump responded briefly, "I don't know about that."
Source: AFP