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Originally Posted by 68style
Last time I checked declaring an intent to destroy civilian infrastructure let alone actually destroying it was a war crime.
I guess nothing matters to these fucknuts though. The Hague is only matched by US Congress or the impeachment process in its utter toothlessness as an institution for holding anyone accountable for anything.
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The list of war crimes already committed and which they plan to commit is, like my Johnson, long and not distinguished.
Per Gemini:
1. Military Strikes on Iran (Operation Midnight Hammer)
Following the escalation of tensions in early 2026, the U.S. and Israel launched strikes against Iranian facilities on February 28, 2026.
Targeting Civilian Infrastructure: Reports from groups like Just Security and the ICRC highlighted strikes on power plants and water treatment facilities. Under the Geneva Conventions, attacking objects indispensable to the survival of the civilian population can constitute a war crime.
School and Hospital Hits: Specific reports noted a strike on the Minab primary school, resulting in significant child casualties. Over 100 international law experts signed a letter stating these actions may violate the principle of distinction (distinguishing between combatants and civilians).
"No Quarter" Rhetoric: Statements from senior officials prioritizing "lethality over legality" and dismissing rules of engagement as "stupid" have been cited as evidence of intent to bypass IHL protections.
2. Maritime Strikes in the Caribbean and Pacific
The administration initiated a campaign against alleged drug trafficking vessels in late 2025 and early 2026.
Extrajudicial Killings: Human rights reports indicate that U.S. strikes on these vessels killed over 120 people. Legal analysts argue that because these occurred outside of a recognized armed conflict, they may be classified as extrajudicial executions rather than lawful combat.
Lack of Due Process: Critics contend that using military force against civilian vessels without attempting capture or providing legal process violates international human rights law and maritime norms.
3. Intervention in Venezuela
On January 3, 2026, U.S. forces conducted a military operation to extract Nicolás Maduro and his wife from Caracas.
Violation of Sovereignty: Legal scholars have argued this was a "clear violation" of the UN Charter, which prohibits the use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any state.
Civilian Casualties: Venezuelan authorities reported at least 100 deaths associated with the initial U.S. attacks on the capital and surrounding areas, raising concerns about the proportionality of the force used.
4. Policy and Institutional Shifts
The administration has taken several structural steps that experts argue "pre-authorize" or shield potential war crimes:
Sanctions on the ICC: To protect U.S. and allied (Israeli) personnel from prosecution, the administration imposed sanctions on International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutors and judges.
Rescinding Protection Mechanisms: The 2026 National Defense Strategy reportedly omitted previous requirements for civilian harm mitigation and abolished "civilian environment teams" designed to limit collateral damage during strikes.