The U.S. considers targeting Iran's "dual-use" military and civilian targets or avoiding disputes over the definition of war crimes

2026-04-12 05:58:38

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Two U.S. officials said that President Trump is considering the options proposed by the Pentagon regarding whether to strike key Iranian infrastructure, including targets that are dual-use for military and civilian purposes. It has been disclosed that potential targets may include bridges, power facilities, and seawater desalination plants. Analysts point out that choosing dual-use targets could allow the U.S. to claim that the objects of attack have military utility, thereby legally avoiding the risk of being classified as war crimes. Legal experts state that international law prohibits indiscriminate attacks on civilian infrastructure unless the facilities directly support military operations and the attack would not cause disproportionate harm to civilians. (CCTV News)

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