WATCH LIVE: Hegseth and Caine hold Pentagon briefing as Trump threatens Iran's infrastructure
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President Donald Trump threatened to destroy all bridges and power plants in Iran.
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President Donald Trump threatened to destroy all bridges and power plants in Iran during a Monday news conference. This statement prompted a Pentagon briefing held by Hegseth and Caine, as such actions could be considered war crimes by some military law experts. The President's explicit threat against Iran's infrastructure signifies a severe escalation in rhetoric and potential military strategy. This development raises international concerns regarding the rules of engagement and the legality of targeting civilian infrastructure.
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Hegseth and Caine held a Pentagon briefing regarding the President's statements.
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