Iran expands military training and recruitment in schools, including children as young as 12

Iranian schools are increasingly integrating military and security programs, including weapons training and identification of 'infiltrating agents,' with recruitment starting at age 12. This marks an escalation in the militarization of education, likely linked to war threats. The report raises concerns about child participation in security missions, though the extent and official sanction remain unclear.

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