The United Nations Security Council will hold closed-door consultations to discuss ongoing strikes on Iran, as the Middle East conflict enters its second month.
Russia requested the meeting amid growing concerns over attacks on civilian infrastructure.
According to Russian officials, the request followed continued strikes on key civilian facilities, including schools and hospitals.
A spokesperson for Russia’s UN envoy said the consultations aim to address the humanitarian impact of the conflict.
Meanwhile, Iran has faced near-daily bombardment since US-Israeli strikes on February 28 triggered the conflict.
Since then, the war has expanded across several parts of the Middle East, increasing regional instability.
One of the most tragic incidents occurred in the southern city of Minab, where a strike hit a school and killed more than 160 children, according to local authorities.
Preliminary findings from a US military investigation suggest that a Tomahawk cruise missile caused the incident due to a targeting error.
As a result, international concern over civilian casualties continues to rise.
The United States, which currently holds the Security Council presidency, has scheduled the meeting for 10:00 a.m. in New York (1400 GMT).
Therefore, global attention is now focused on the outcome of the discussions.
In addition, the conflict has disrupted global energy supply routes.
The Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping lane for oil and gas, has effectively closed due to escalating hostilities.
This development has heightened economic and security concerns worldwide.
Furthermore, the United Nations Human Rights Council will hold a separate meeting in Geneva.
The session will focus on investigating the deadly school strike and addressing broader humanitarian issues.
