Debate over US war crimes, illegal military orders returns with Trump threats against Iran • Oklahoma Voice

Debate over US war crimes, illegal military orders returns with Trump threats against Iran • Oklahoma Voice

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks from the Cross Hall of the White House on April 1, 2026 in Washington, DC. Trump used the prime-time address to update the nation on the war in Iran. (Photo by Alex Brandon-Pool/Getty Images)WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s threats to destroy power plants and bridges in Iran before saying he was prepared for a “whole civilization” to die have renewed questions about what constitutes an illegal order and wh…