Mohammad-Sadra Zarei

Their life

Mohammad-Sadra Zarei was an eight-year-old Iranian primary school student from Minab. He attended classes at Shajareh Tayyebeh Primary School, where he spent his days learning alongside other young students. On 1 March 2026, he was among the children present when the school was struck by missiles during an air strike amid the regional conflict. Mohammad-Sadra was killed in the attack, becoming one of many young victims whose deaths shocked the local community and drew international attention.

Mohammad-Sadra Zarei was a young student living in the coastal city of Minab in southern Iran. At eight years old, he was in the early years of his primary education and attended Shajareh Tayyebeh Primary School. Like many children of his age, his daily life revolved around school activities, learning basic subjects, and spending time with classmates and family.

On the morning of 1 March 2026, the school was hit by missiles during an air strike amid the escalating conflict involving Iran and foreign military forces. Witnesses reported that after the first explosion struck the school building, teachers attempted to move students to safer areas, including the prayer hall. Shortly afterward, a second explosion reportedly struck the same complex, causing devastating casualties among children and staff. Mohammad-Sadra Zarei was among those who lost their lives in the attack.

His death was later included in lists of victims compiled by media organizations documenting those killed in the strike. The tragedy prompt

How they died

Mohammad-Sadra Zarei died as a result of an air strike that struck his primary school during ongoing military hostilities involving Iran and its adversaries. The attack reportedly targeted or hit the school where students and staff were present.

Mohammad-Sadra Zarei was killed when missiles struck Shajareh Tayyebeh Primary School in the southern Iranian city of Minab. According to reports, the attack involved a “double-tap” strike in which a second missile struck shortly after the first explosion. The second strike reportedly hit areas where students and staff had gathered seeking safety after the initial blast, resulting in numerous casualties among children and school personnel.

Why we remember them

This record exists so that Mohammad-Sadra Zarei, and all who are named in this archive, are never reduced to a number.

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