Washington, D.C. — More than 100 international law experts have issued a warning that recent U.S. military strikes in Iran could potentially violate international humanitarian law.
In an open letter, the group cited reports of strikes hitting civilian infrastructure, including schools, homes, and health facilities. One incident highlighted involved a missile strike on an elementary school, which the letter said may constitute a violation of the laws of war if confirmed.
The experts, including legal scholars and former government advisers from institutions such as Harvard, Yale, and Stanford, argued that attacks on civilian targets could rise to the level of war crimes if carried out recklessly or without sufficient precautions.
The warning comes as U.S. military operations against Iran approach the end of their fifth week. President Donald Trump has indicated plans to intensify strikes if Iran does not agree to a peace deal, while also emphasizing that military objectives are close to being achieved.
U.S. Central Command officials rejected the allegations, stating that American forces do not intentionally target civilians and contrasting U.S. conduct with Iranian actions in the region.
Iranian officials, meanwhile, have accused the U.S. of carrying out attacks that killed civilians, including children.
The letter calls on the United States to reaffirm its commitment to international law and the protections afforded to civilians during armed conflict.
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