Trump, Iran, “War Crimes” Claims, and the Double Standard on Targeting Infrastructure | Victor Davis Hanson
Debate over Trump’s rhetoric on Iran has sparked fresh accusations of “war crimes” from critics. But a look at history—from World War II through Iraq and Libya—shows U.S. presidents in both parties have long targeted dual-use infrastructure in wartime.
The real question isn’t just language, but how modern narratives square with longstanding military precedent. It’s a reminder that context matters when judging strategy and intent.
(00:00) Trump’s Civilization Remarks
(08:14) War Crimes Claims Debunked
(40:26) Negotiations and Airman Rescue
(48:30) Democrats and Foreign Policy Failures
(55:49) Iran War Fallout and Allies
(01:15:07) Iran Regime Elites and US Immigration
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Debate over Trump’s rhetoric on Iran has sparked fresh accusations of “war crimes” from critics. But a look at history—from World War II through Iraq and Libya—shows U.S. presidents in both parties have long targeted dual-use infrastructure in wartime.
The real question isn’t just language, but how modern narratives square with longstanding military precedent. It’s a reminder that context matters when judging strategy and intent.
(00:00) Trump’s Civilization Remarks
(08:14) War Crimes Claims Debunked
(40:26) Negotiations and Airman Rescue
(48:30) Democrats and Foreign Policy Failures
(55:49) Iran War Fallout and Allies
(01:15:07) Iran Regime Elites and US Immigration
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👉America is worth preserving. Do your part and act now by going to https://www.heritage.org/beautiful
👉Go to My Patriot Supply to see exclusive deals before offers end! https://www.mypatriotsupply.com/
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