Iran vs US-Israel war: The legality, or illegality, of killing a foreign leader, explained
Published on: March 3, 2026, 6:55 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
America and Israel have initiated a war against Iran. A surprise strike eliminated Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. This action raises serious legal questions regarding the targeting of sovereign nation leaders. The United States stated the strike was to defend its personnel and bases. The conflict's legality under international law and the UN Charter is being debated.
