Iran Attacks Undermine International Law

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Friday, March 6, 2026
Author: 
Bruce Zagaris
Volume: 
42
Issue: 
3
Abstract: 

On February 28, 2026, United States (U.S.) President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. military had started major combat operations in Iran, including substantial bombing.  The bombing campaign followed weeks of U.S. military preparations in the region in the context of pending diplomatic negotiations over Iran’s nuclear and missile programs.