Iran grants Israelis a new status - what it means
Iran's parliament approved an amendment recognizing all Israelis, including civilians and children, as military personnel. The norm also applies to CENTCOM servicemen. The amendment contradicts international humanitarian law. 128 votes in favor, 35 against. The bill has not yet entered into force.
Iran's parliament approved an amendment to the bill "On Countering International Crimes," which recognizes "all Zionists living in the occupied territories" (by which Tehran means all of Israel), as well as CENTCOM servicemen and affiliated formations, as military personnel — regardless of whether they are armed. Thus, the norm applies to all residents of Israel, including civilians and children. 128 deputies voted in favor, 35 opposed, and two abstained. The initiative directly contradicts the principle of distinction in international humanitarian law, which protects civilians unless they are participating in hostilities. The bill has not yet entered into force — it is being reviewed article by article. The initiative's author stated that the wording "should eliminate legal ambiguity in Iran's retaliatory actions." Earlier, "Cursor" reported on Iran's warning about a possible expansion of strikes in the Middle East if the US military operation against Tehran resumes.