Trump says no need for congressional approval on Iran war after ceasefire

Middle East Eye · May 2, 2026 War

Trump says no need for congressional approval on Iran war after ceasefire The administration of Donald Trump said the 60-day deadline under the War Powers Resolution to seek congressional approval for military action against Iran has effectively been paused, arguing that hostilities have ended following a ceasefire in early April. Trump told Congress that hostilities with Iran have “terminated” due to a ceasefire, arguing he does not need lawmakers’ authorisation. He said there has been no exchange of fire between US and Iranian forces since the ceasefire took effect.

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