The escalating conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran has prompted urgent legal discussions regarding potential war crimes under international law. With civilian deaths increasing and critical infrastructure under attack, the situation has raised alarms about the humanitarian impact and legal accountability. The conflict began with surprise strikes on Iran, leading to significant casualties, including the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, and subsequent retaliatory actions. One particularly controversial incident involved a US airstrike on a school in Minab, Iran, which reportedly killed numerous girls, highlighting the complexities of classifying such actions as war crimes.

Under international humanitarian law, war crimes include serious violations such as targeting civilians and using prohibited weapons. However, establishing whether specific actions qualify as war crimes requires detailed investigations into the circumstances surrounding each incident. Despite clear legal frameworks, accountability remains rare due to challenges in gathering evidence and the jurisdictional limitations of international courts. The legality of the conflict itself is also under scrutiny, with critics questioning the US's justification for military action. Overall, the situation reflects broader concerns about the erosion of international norms governing armed conflict and the difficulty of achieving justice in such complex scenarios.