U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning on April 2, 2026, stating that the U.S. military plans to strike Iran's bridges and electric power plants. This threat comes amid an ongoing conflict that began on February 28, 2026, when U.S. and Israeli forces attacked Iran, prompting retaliatory actions from Tehran. Trump's comments included a promise to 'hit them extremely hard' and suggested that the U.S. military has not yet fully engaged its capabilities in the region. However, dozens of international law experts have raised alarms, stating that such attacks could violate the 1949 Geneva Conventions, which protect civilian infrastructure during wartime. The conflict has already led to thousands of deaths and the displacement of millions, alongside rising oil prices and market instability. Trump's mixed messaging regarding the war's objectives and timeline has heightened concerns about the potential for escalation.