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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Pentagon Expands Iran Target List To Include Dual-Use Sites
Caption: Pentagon Expands Iran Target List To Include Dual-Use Sites. The Pentagon is expanding its list of Iranian targets to include infrastructure used by both civilians and the military. Officials say the “dual-use” nature of these sites could make them lawful targets under international rules. The move comes as President Donald Trump faces pressure over how to proceed in the war. The U.S. has already struck more than 13,000 targets in Iran during the five-week campaign. Trump has threatened attacks on bridges, power plants and other key infrastructure if no deal is reached. Critics warn targeting essential services could still raise concerns about potential war crimes. The Geneva Conventions allow strikes on civilian infrastructure if it serves a military purpose. Reduced oversight inside the Pentagon has raised further concerns about civilian protection in targeting decisions. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs & Politics,Pentagon,Iran,targets,dual use,infrastructure,Donald Trump,war crimes,Iran strikes,Geneva Conventions,military targets,law,war escalation,civilian infrastructure,bombing
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