"Intentionally attacking civilian infrastructure such as power plants is generally prohibited. Even in the limited cases that they qualify as military targets, a party still cannot attack power plants if this may cause disproportionate harm to civilians."
"Given that such power plants are essential for meeting the basic needs and livelihoods of tens of millions of civilians, attacking them would be disproportionate and thus unlawful under international humanitarian law, and could amount to a war crime."
"The conduct of US forces and statements by senior US officials raise serious concerns about violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law, including potential war crimes."
US officials, including Donald Trump, are threatening attacks on Iranian civilian infrastructure, specifically electric-generating plants. Legal experts assert these actions could be classified as war crimes under international law. Amnesty International emphasizes that intentionally targeting civilian infrastructure is generally prohibited, especially if it causes disproportionate harm to civilians. Over 100 US legal experts have expressed concerns regarding potential violations of international human rights and humanitarian law due to these threats and actions, highlighting the serious implications of such conduct.
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