Schools, water, industry: What civilian targets have US, Israel, Iran hit?

The U.S. and Israel have increasingly targeted civilian infrastructure in Iran, including schools, water systems, and industrial facilities, amid ongoing efforts to negotiate an end to the weeks-long conflict. The strikes mark an escalation in scope beyond military sites traditionally considered legitimate targets under the laws of armed conflict. Attacks on civilian infrastructure—particularly water treatment and power generation—can have cascading humanitarian consequences, affecting millions of Iranians' access to basic services. Iran has conducted retaliatory strikes against both countries, raising questions about whether the expanding target list signals a shift toward broader economic warfare rather than narrow military objectives. The civilian toll complicates diplomatic efforts, as such attacks often harden public opinion and reduce political space for negotiated settlements.