Families demand justice after Pakistan school collapse
Parents in Peshawar, Pakistan, are demanding accountability following the collapse of a school roof that resulted in the deaths of 34 children. The incident occurred at a school in Peshawar, leading to widespread grief and calls for justice from the affected families.
The story so far
- Oct 15
- Oct 16Peshawar mourns children killed in school roof collapse — Al Jazeera+2 more that day
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Open questions and key claims
At least 33 pupils and a teacher were killed when a school roof collapsed in Peshawar, Pakistan.
At least 33 pupils were killed in a school roof collapse in Pakistan.
Over 30 people were injured, with six believed to be in critical condition.
An investigation has been ordered to determine the cause of the collapse.
At least 28 students and one teacher were killed when a school roof collapsed in Peshawar, Pakistan.
All children killed or injured were age 13 or younger.
The roof of an upper-floor classroom collapsed, causing ceilings below to cave in.
The school owner has been arrested and an investigation launched.
Who and where
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