U.S. President Trump's severe threats against Iran drew criticism from international law experts, suggesting potential war crimes. Despite threatening to destroy all infrastructure if Iran failed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a ceasefire was ultimately reached. International law prohibits attacks on civilian infrastructure, and the U.S. is a signatory to the Geneva Conventions.
Amidst President Trump's demands for the Strait of Hormuz reopening and military pressure, mixed feelings exist in Iran regarding regime change. While some Iranian residents appreciate US intervention, they worry about the destruction of civilian infrastructure. They hope the US focus remains on weakening the regime's ground forces.