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And it endangers our own troops who might be taken prisoner.

We've already passed War Crimes with the School bombing and the "double tap" on the bridge.

I do see your point though that bridges are more typically legitimate military targets than hospitals, schools, churches, mosques…It seems though that Trump/Hegseth do not intend to follow any rules of engagement nor Geneva conventions. Which is part of Putin’s plan to destroy NATO & all USA Allies.

By that logic, there’d be no civilian infrastructure at all - bridges, railways, power plants, hospitals CAN all be used by military and civilians alike. But where‘s the line? Medics also help military when needed, so Trump/Hegseth’s, Bibi’s “double taps”- waiting till rescuers arrive, is also fine?

There's a reason the US never joined the ICC.

Could?

Yes, but that's only because Hegseth is ordering war crimes to be committed.

Iran will not hold air crew hostage. Crew will be surrendered back to USA to avoid wrath of potus, very quickly and very fast

There have been some bad, REALLY bad, administrations before, but nothing like this. Their poisonous cocktail of cruelty, sheer stupidity and incompetence is impacting the entire world. Like some 6 year olds found a loaded gun and they're all playing with it. Except their gun has ENORMOUS bullets.

Kegbreath and Netanyahu are both war criminals and should be treated as such.

Put this evil wannabe Himmler in prison.

He is trying to make this a Holy War and they try to make themselves look righteous when they are so evil . That is what narcissists do , they call everyone else evil when they are the purveyors of evil .

No could. 100% they are. Digging …and he’s going no where. Nor are the Epstein files.

America burned down entire Japanese cities with fire bomblets in WW2. American military kinda doesn’t give a f about war crime

Hegseth hopefully will be killed by American Troops .

Could 🙄 They are !

It already has. JFC

Imagine debating the definitions of terms like “genocide” and “war crime” while children are dying. Take a firm and unblinking stand against it or it’s not worth publishing.

We hope so

So? The ICC has no teeth. Let them try to arrest Trump or Hegseth and watch them use it as an excuse to cause more war and chaos

Of course they’re war crimes, this is an illegal and undeclared conflict targeting civilians on behest of corporations and foreign powers.

Why are we continuing to baby this MFer?? Of course these are war crimes!! He’s publicly posting and talking about committing obvious war crimes and very day now!!

And what will happen?

“Could?”

I’m fantasizing about Netanyahu and the Orange Felon in handcuffs in front of a war crimes tribunal at The Hague. That very notion arouses me…is that wrong? 🤷‍♂️😂

Who are we????

In addition to be illegal and immoral, committing atrocities also greatly increases the likelihood that American civilians and infrastructure will be targeted in retribution. The US signed the Geneva convention not only for moral reasons but also to protect US soldiers. How can we be so stupid?

Could be? You can't soften up war crimes, Forbes. #DoBetter

Hegseth will be formally declared a war criminal and he will loudly brag about it on Fox News on a daily basis and wear it like some badge of American patriotism honor but when push comes to shove with ICC, he probably eat a bullet before being arrested. He's a coward.

The reasons Whiskey Pete was tossed out of the US Army Reserve are becoming very clear now. This guy couldn't pass a psych test to become a night watchman.

Tax the rich!

Can Trump pardon someone for war crimes?

"Could be"???

I want that psychopath fuck tried. I want it clear to him now that it is on the checklist when we're taking out the trash and recovering the stolen property.

Even I know these are war crimes, and I'm a nobody.

The only thing this turd loves more than war is liquor

That is why 2 generals were just fired right? Because they refused to do more war crimes?

How is "bombing back to the Stone Age" not a war crime. Can't wait for Nuremberg 2

Which means a lot of US personnel have committed them by following illegal orders. Nazism has infected the military. This is what happens when you elect a felon rapist who has the functional IQ of a lawn dart and the executive functioning of a rat on meth.

You don't need the expert confirmation in this case, it's not ambiguous or complicated. Anyone can see they are (not 'could be') war crimes. Textbook examples.

Lmfao! Could be? No, they ARE war crimes. This is an illegal war started by an imbecile who shits himself all day.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s Criminality is Tattooed All over his Body! "Unfit to Lead!" Hegseth’s little Holy War! a Drunk Fantasy! Enabled by a Incompetent Fool FOTUS

Quit saying would or maybe! Either it is or it isn’t say it like it is! Then do something about it like prosecute us for doing this shit! Especially the stupid drunk!

ICC members have been threatened by the U.S. and other nations. Trump wanted the Canadian member (judge) fired because ICC issued warrants against Putin and Netanyahu. Note: U.S., Russia, China, Iran, Israel, Turkey, and India are non-members or are not parties to the Roma Institute. Go figure.

Trump is a terrorist of every kind including a financial terrorist who is filling his pocket by manipulating stock market through his lies of statements every now & then

Well, Israel just spent two weeks destroying infrastructure in Lebanon. Apparently war crimes are permitted for some. Rules do not apply to anyone in 2026. Trump has emboldened every world leader to ignore laws, like him...because he gets away with it.

Let's help Forbes: US strikes on Iran and the genocidal jews occupying Palestine are war crimes.

That line was crossed when we DOUBLE-TAPPED A SCHOOL on *day one* of the war.

Are war crimes pardonable?

“could” isn’t the right word.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague is a permanent tribunal that investigates and tries individuals accused of genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity, and the crime of aggression

By “gloves off approach “, you mean completely disregarding international laws and committing war crimes, right @forbes.com? Do better.

Also dude has been committing crimes blowing up boats in the Caribbean. He ain’t nothing but a serial killer sadly leading our military.

Not could. Does.

Roosevelt said “walk softly & carry a big stick”. Trump & Hegseth are too foolish to understand that the power comes from not using the stick. Don’t be a fool & think Iran is harmless … Osama Bin Laudin had a fraction of the resources that Iran has left

Every single thug who participates in these war crimes needs to be brought to justice. "I was only following orders" is the excuse of Nazis.

“SHOULD”

are not ‘could be’

No. It's not "their conduct could amount to war crimes" you spineless fucks. It's "the Trump administration has repeatedly committed war crimes" Don't be a bunch of liars. Stand up and tell the truth. That's your literal job.

They’ve ALREADY COMMITTED WAR CRIMES.

This whole fucking regime needs to be tried and hanged in a public display!

When they drag Trump and Vance and Rubio and Hegseth and the sycophant Generals to The Hauge for war crimes trials it will be a beautiful thing to see

If there is ANY justice left in the world, this drunken idiot and his orange Felon master will end up in the Hague for their war crimes. This country has fallen so far down in the eyes of the world. This mob of criminals cannot be allowed to be let off Scott free for what they are doing!

let's forget 'could' ....

Are.

"Could" doing a lot of lifting there huh

"could" is doing a lot of heavy lifting here.

Of course they are. When do the trials start!?

And who exactly is going to adjudicate that in our current times. And hold anybody to account. This whole presidency has gone completely to shit & the world along with it. And absolutely nobody will win.

I really don’t think there is any ‘could’ about it! I hope the paperwork is well under way!

Demented.. sick in the head

then he wont be surprised if iran capture the jet crew member and take him at his word.

The Geneva Suggestions...

War crimes. The strategic policy Hegseth brought to DOD is war crimes. Noem will face public outrage. Bondi will face disbarment. Hegseth will face the Hague.

"Could be"

“Could?” He’s committing them in broad daylight - his statements alone are incriminating

Could? Does. Forbes wants to be complicit. Shame on all of you.

Is the gloves off approach to journalism dead, at Forbes? This fawning lede is embarrassing.

"Could"? This is literally him sanctioning and likely ordering war crimes.

Could be? No, they are

Happy Easter. Peace and Reconciliation to All. Even to Protestant Pete Hegseth.

HE dosen't have to. The US is not part of the ICC or the Hauge convention so the only way for any of these criminals to face charges is to have a functioning system

Lock the painted fake Christian the fuck up!

No question but he's engaged in war crimes "Bombing" a school full of young civilian girls. WAR CRIME of course he blames it on "old intellegence" IT was what 15 years ago they walled it off from the Military complex. Even GOOGLE maps shows it as a school not a Target. Other lies as well.

Lock Petey and his traitor trash pedophile boss up!

Threaten the generals with war crimes and maybe they'll actually remove their heads from their asses and do their job of protecting this country from ALL threats abroad and HERE.

actually, we see totally nothing about a change of regime opération but just a man who play with is military toys

Could? It certainly is. Stupid oligarchs flyer…

Seriously? The "could" should be removed and an "s" added to amounts. As in conduct amounts

Break the Law ? ......@realDonaldTrump....? That's his thing !

Empower a fascist, get a war crime. Some things don’t change, whether our feckless media is ready to use the word fascist or not.

Hegseth has to go and NOW! CALL EVERY SINGLE SENATOR AND REPRESENTATIVE!! THIS WAR IS ON THEM!! They must STOP this war!!.. NO BOOTS! NO FUNDS! IMPEACH TRUMP AND HEGSETH NOW! THIS IS NOT A GOD DAMN HOLY WAR!! WTF!! STOP THIS EVIL INSANITY!!!

Always ‘could’ be, Gaza could be a genocide, Isreal could be ethnic cleansing, Russia / USA could be committing war crimes. Trump could be a child rapist and a moron. Etc etc on and on. Journalists have become absolute cowards in the last 10 years. Grow a pair and end the wishy washy language.

"could" ???? seriously???I think the writer meant DEFINITELY would be War crimes

Have republicans seen enough toxic masculinity yet? Will they ever even try to stop this insidious man from destroying not only our country but the world?

*could*. You’re such pedophile shills.

Every single person who participated in these war crimes needs to be held accountable. All the way down to the person who fueled the jet or loaded the rocket. They have all forsaken their oath to not follow unlawful orders.

What's the betting Hegseth could be the next one to be shown the door? Noem, Bondi and ?????

Could be? For fuck sakes America YOU ARE COMMITTING WAR CRIMES! You are an evil people

What's with all this "could" shit? IT IS WAR CRIMES. Take Trump's mushroom out of your mouth and speak clearly FFS.

“Could be” is actually “is a war…..”

Crime is nothing new to the draft dodger-in-chief. Convicted felon. Compulsive liar. Narcissist. Racist. Grifter. Fraudster. He doesn’t understand why any person would volunteer to risk his/her life to fight for this country. He certainly wouldn’t. He will ruin the world but America first.

Of course they're war crimes. America commits war crimes all the time and absolutely ain't nobody gonna do shit about it.

Trump could not care less and who is going to stop him or piss drunk hesgeth?

Ya think?

Stop with the “could” they are 😡🖕😽

"Could" in the same way as the Sun "could" rise at some point today...

Once this conflict is over Israel and USA must be held accountable for war crimes.

Dear Forbes: By showcasing the phrase "gloves off," you are tacitly endorsing acts that are, indisputably, war crimes under long-established international law. Do better.