Trump Hails Strike on Iranian Bridge, Warning ‘More to Follow’
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- U.S. forces struck the B1 highway bridge near Tehran, killing eight and wounding 95, targeting what was described as a planned military supply route for Iran's missile and drone forces.
- Iranian officials stated the bridge was not yet operational and that casualties were civilians from a nearby village celebrating Nowruz, the Persian new year.
- President Trump celebrated the strike on social media, warning of further attacks and urging Iran to make a peace deal before more destruction occurs.
- The Israeli military denied involvement in the attack, confirming the bridge was targeted by the U.S.
- Legal experts note that targeting infrastructure may be lawful if it serves military purposes, but the justification for this specific strike remains debated.
