UN Warns: Attacks on Iran's Infrastructure May Violate International Law

On April 7, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed shock at Trump’s threats to attack Iran’s civilian infrastructure, marking a rare condemnation of the United States by the organization. UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric told reporters on Monday that if Trump follows through on his threats, he risks violating international law. Even if the U.S. targets non-military objectives for military purposes, the legality of such actions would face serious scrutiny if they result in civilian casualties. This statement directly addresses a series of remarks made by Trump on social media recently. Trump had previously stated that if Iran refused to reach an agreement on opening the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. would strike its power plants, bridges, and other critical infrastructure. Currently, tensions have escalated from verbal threats to actual military actions. It has been confirmed that U.S. forces have conducted airstrikes on the B1 bridge connecting Tehran and Karaj, damaging this key transportation hub. In response, Trump not only showed no concern during a press conference on Monday but also reiterated his ‘final warning’ with increased intensity.