Iran has accused U.S. President Donald Trump of making statements that amount to an admission of war crimes and crimes against humanity as tensions escalate in the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. Watch The Video.
According to a report by Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) on Sunday, March 8, 2026, the accusations were made by Iran’s Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, as hostilities entered their second week, with reports of heavy bombardment and rising civilian casualties.
Araghchi issued the criticism in a series of public statements and social media posts responding to Trump’s recent rhetoric and military posture. He accused the U.S. president of undermining efforts to de-escalate tensions and “killing” any remaining opportunity for peace by misinterpreting Iran’s intentions and resolve.
The Iranian foreign minister warned that further escalation would rest on the responsibility of the U.S. administration, adding that Tehran’s armed forces are prepared to respond to continued military pressure.
Araghchi also condemned attacks on key civilian infrastructure, including a freshwater desalination facility on Qeshm Island, which reportedly disrupted water supplies to dozens of villages. He described the strike as a “blatant and desperate crime” that sets a dangerous precedent.
The accusations come amid a wider conflict in which U.S. and Israeli forces have carried out sustained military operations against Iranian targets. According to Iranian reports, recent strikes have included air raids on fuel depots, energy infrastructure, and military installations near Tehran, producing large clouds of toxic smoke over the capital and causing extensive destruction.
Iranian authorities say the attacks have resulted in more than 1,200 civilian deaths, including children, while also damaging essential services such as healthcare facilities.
President Trump has responded with firm warnings of his own, saying Iran could be “hit very hard” and emphasizing that military operations may continue “as long as necessary.” He has also called for Iran’s unconditional surrender and suggested that future leadership in Tehran could face pressure or removal if it remains hostile to U.S. interests.
The exchange of accusations has drawn mixed reactions internationally. While several global powers have urged de-escalation and renewed diplomatic engagement to prevent further humanitarian suffering, Iranian officials maintain that their actions constitute legitimate self-defense against what they describe as unprovoked aggression.
