Iran's Actions Challenged: War Crimes or Self-Defense?

0:00This is Corey with Sydney News Today, powered by the Daily News Now. Readers are pushing back hard against Jeffrey Robertson's claim that recent U.S. and Israel strikes on Iran amount to war crimes. They argue Iran has spent decades fueling violence through its revolutionary guard, backing groups like Hezbollah and Hamas that have killed hundreds, including 241 U.S. troops in the 1983 Beirut bombing and civilians in the October 7 attack. Iran's proxies have targeted U.S. forces in Iraq and Syria, and Tehran openly supports efforts to wipe out Israel, a United Nations member state. Letterriders say this isn't like Russia's invasion of Ukraine, where Kiev wasn't sponsoring terror against Russia. Plus, Iran has stockpiled ballistic missiles that could carry nukes and boats enough enriched uranium for 11 bombs, per U.S. reports. Many point out the United Nations lacks the will to hold Iran accountable, even for old prison massacres or recent killings. One writer notes the UN chief congratulated Iran on its revolution anniversary, showing

1:03bias. Critics call international law a tool, dictators exploit, not a real deterrent. Meanwhile, the Middle East flare-up raises worries down under about Australia's fuel reserve stored in the U.S. a decision by the prior government. Then now looks risky amid supply disruptions and higher prices. People deny any direct Australian role in the strikes. Other letters touch on local gripes, from high-rise housing plans dwarfing cine suburbs to the liberal party's election-blame game and sluggish. Regional trains but the Iran debate dominates reader mail this week. This episode is supported by our sponsor, C Details in the Description. Headphones in a pillow, simple idea, surprisingly addictive. So L.I. Soleypillow.com