Trump's threats to hit Iranian civilian sites spark legal backlash
President Trump’s vow to strike Iranian bridges and power plants has drawn sharp criticism for potentially violating international law. Targeting civilian infrastructure could contravene the Geneva Conventions, which explicitly protect non-combatant assets during conflict. Military experts warn these remarks blur the lines between lawful military strategy and war crimes. This escalatory rhetoric comes amidst heightened U.S.-Iran tensions, raising alarms over unchecked targeting policies. Such st