Iran reports bombing of a school in Sohail

At the General Assembly, Reagan urged Iran to state clearly whether it accepted Resolution 598 and warned that rejection should trigger enforcement measures.

Shevardnadze and Shultz discussed whether ceasefire measures and an inquiry into responsibility could proceed in parallel, addressing a central obstacle in Iranian-Iraqi diplomacy.

The U.S. Senate approved a defense-bill amendment seeking a ban on imports from Iran. Legislative pressure added to efforts to restrict Iran’s economic access during the Gulf confrontation.

Two Italian frigates entered the Gulf escorting Jolly Turchese. Italy’s naval deployment had moved from authorization and departure to actual protection of merchant traffic.

Iran requested an urgent expert mission following alleged chemical bombardment at Sumar on 8 October, warning that evidence would disappear if the investigation was delayed.

MEES reported Iran trying to expand crude sales on cost, insurance and freight terms. Resistance to official prices encouraged changes in how oil was marketed and delivered.

An Iranian missile struck a Baghdad school. Iran said it was retaliating for Iraqi attacks on Iranian civilians, underscoring the danger of reprisals to children across the border.

A missile struck the U.S.-flagged tanker Sea Isle City near Kuwait, injuring crew members. Washington blamed Iran and soon attacked Iranian oil platforms; Tehran disputed U.S. claims about its role.

In Moscow, Shultz pressed for further action while Shevardnadze warned that U.S. naval deployment complicated UN diplomacy and urged intensified negotiations.

A parliamentary answer put British goods exports to Iran at £399.4 million in 1986. Machinery and vehicles remained part of Iran’s international commerce while the war continued.