Former U.S. President Donald Trump has reignited international controversy by threatening potential military strikes on Iran’s civilian infrastructure, including power plants, bridges, and oil facilities. Asked at a Monday press conference whether such actions could constitute war crimes under international law, Trump said he was “not concerned,” arguing instead that allowing Iran to acquire nuclear weapons would be the real war crime.

His remarks followed earlier warnings that the United States might attack key Iranian infrastructure if Tehran failed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within a set timeframe. Experts noted that such attacks could severely impact civilians, violating humanitarian law. Trump’s comments drew sharp criticism from human rights groups and U.S. lawmakers. Democratic Congresswoman Yasamin Ansari accused him of provoking an “illegal war” and called for impeachment proceedings, while Senate leaders Chuck Schumer and Chris Murphy condemned his statements as reckless.

Even Trump ally Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized the threats, and the UN Secretary-General’s office reminded that civilian infrastructure strikes are prohibited under international law. Reports indicated a 45-day ceasefire proposal with Iran was under review but not approved, leaving tensions high.