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Did the US carry out war crimes in Iran?
Briefed in the Morning News edition of Friday, 18 September 2026
What was discussed
UN report alleges US war crimes in Iran1:38
- UN investigatorsclip
There are reasonable grounds to believe the US committed war crimes in strikes on a school and sports complex, and that Iran committed crimes against humanity during protest repression.
- Tom Batemanassertion
The UN report says the US acted recklessly by using outdated targeting data, and that Iran's crackdown involved unlawful killings, torture, and enforced disappearances, with a death toll likely far higher than the official 3,000.
- US State Departmentclip
The US does not give credibility to the UN report's findings, alleging the Human Rights Council pushes anti-American rhetoric and appeases repressive regimes.
US public opinion on Iran war and Pentagon silence6:12
- Tom Batemanassertion
The Pentagon has declined to publish findings from an initial probe that likely found a US missile caused the Minab strike, and the war's unpopularity is hurting Trump's standing ahead of midterms.
NATO chief says Putin is increasingly desperate8:02
- Mark Rutteclip
Russian strikes near NATO territory show increasingly reckless behavior and evidence that Putin is becoming increasingly desperate, but NATO is strong enough to deter an attack.
Caffeine metabolism and tolerance vary by individual11:42
- Jim Reidassertion
Caffeine's effects depend on individual metabolism rates and work by blocking adenosine; tolerance builds but reverts quickly, and while coffee is generally safe, caffeine supplements can be dangerous.
Codex Azcatitlan returns to Mexico after 180 years1:22
- Camilla Townsendassertion
The Codex Azcatitlan was created by indigenous artists mixing Western and native styles, and its return is a big deal because much of Mexico's heritage was taken abroad.
Ice sheet melting raises sea levels and coastal risks20:16
- Inyaz Otasakaassertion
Over 11 trillion tons of ice have melted since 1979, raising global mean sea levels by three centimeters and putting billions at risk; high emissions could lead to two meters of rise by 2100.
New wildcat species discovered in Bolivia23:57
- Helen Briggsassertion
DNA testing revealed a rescued Bolivian cat is a distinct species named Leopardus tilkye, and researchers now need to determine its population and protection needs.
- Dr. Paola Nogales Ascarunsclip
The discovery shows that new species are still waiting to be found around us, not just in remote locations.
Syrian singer Asala returns to Damascus after 15 years25:27
- Sebastian Usherassertion
Asala's return is being used to signal cultural renewal and national unity, though some oppose it due to the new leadership's extremist roots.
Dolly Parton receives posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award28:39
- Celia Hattonassertion
Dolly Parton received a posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award for her songwriting, voice, philanthropy, and vaccine research funding, with a pre-recorded acceptance message played at the ceremony.
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