"Honore stated that under international law, Iran is entitled to shoot down an American fighter jet and detain the pilots as prisoners of war, holding them until the end of hostilities."
"He described Hegseth's 'no quarter' rhetoric as reckless and outrageous, warning that it may lead to the torture or death of the pilots."
"According to the International Committee of the Red Cross, 'no quarter' means refusing to spare the life of anyone, even those unable to defend themselves or who intend to surrender."
"Honore mimicked the Iranian leadership's perspective, suggesting they interpret Hegseth's comments as a rejection of international humanitarian laws of war."
Ret. Lt. Gen. Russel L. Honore criticized Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's comments about U.S. pilots shot down in Iran. Honore emphasized that under international law, Iran has the right to detain American pilots as prisoners of war. He condemned Hegseth's 'no quarter' rhetoric as dangerous, suggesting it could incite harm to the pilots. Honore highlighted the implications of disregarding international humanitarian laws and expressed concern for the safety of the pilots and the ongoing rescue efforts.
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