Republicans in the Senate are expected to reject a resolution backed by the Democrats that would prevent Donald Trump from continuing the Iran war, with the majority leader, John Thune, arguing the president was “acting in the best interest of the nation”. Democrats have condemned Trump for ordering an air campaign against Iran without first seeking permission from Congress. 1:17 Tens of thousands displaced in Lebanon as Israeli strikes continue – videoWhat would the war powers resolution do? It would force an end to US participation in the conflict and require Trump to go to Congress before re-entering the war. A lengthy energy crisis caused by the Iran war could help Russia’s war machine at a time when its economy was beginning to show signs of trouble.

Source: The Guardian March 04, 2026 18:59 UTC