Former U.S. Deputy National Security Adviser, K. T. McFarland, has reiterated that the United States is not targeting civilians in its military posture toward Iran, while strongly criticizing the Iranian government for allegedly putting non-combatants in harm’s way.
Speaking during an interview on Fox News on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, McFarland stressed that U.S. operations are focused exclusively on military objectives and critical infrastructure rather than civilian populations.
“We are not going after children and civilians,” she said. “It is the Iranian government that is telling its own people: ‘Stand in front of the power plant and act as human shields.’”
McFarland stated that Iran’s actions place innocent civilians directly in the line of fire, effectively using them to shield military and industrial targets. She described the situation as a deliberate tactic by Tehran, one that complicates the United States’ ability to respond while maintaining adherence to international norms regarding civilian safety.
Her comments come amid escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran, as the U.S. continues to apply diplomatic, economic, and military pressure to enforce its strategic objectives in the region. McFarland emphasized that the U.S. military remains committed to precision targeting, aiming to minimize harm to civilians while addressing threats from Iranian military and industrial installations.
“The United States is operating with restraint,” McFarland said, “but it is clear that Iran’s government is making calculated decisions that endanger innocent lives, using civilians as human shields in sensitive areas.”
Her remarks underscore the challenges facing U.S. policymakers as they navigate the delicate balance between projecting military strength and avoiding civilian casualties in a tense and unpredictable geopolitical environment…..See More
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