Trump says Iran conflict over in letter to Congress

Trump told Congress Iran hostilities had ended, citing ceasefire, as legal debate grows over war powers and continued U.S. military presence.

Trump told Congress the Iran conflict has ended, ahead of a war powers deadline, while signaling readiness to resume military action if needed.

Donald Trump has informed U.S. Congress in a formal letter that military hostilities with Iran have “ended,” a move that comes just before the expiration of a key deadline under the War Powers Resolution.

The timing is significant, as the 60-day limit under the law would trigger a congressional vote on restricting presidential war powers if military operations continued without authorization. Trump’s statement appears to address that requirement while maintaining flexibility.

In his letter, Trump emphasized that Iran remains a “significant threat” and said he retains the constitutional authority to direct U.S. armed forces if necessary. The message suggests that while active hostilities may be paused, military options remain available.

Marjorie Taylor Greene, a former ally of Trump, described the move as a “reset” of the legal timeline, arguing that declaring the conflict over could help avoid a congressional vote limiting executive authority.

She added that in her view, the conflict has not truly ended and that military operations could resume, reflecting ongoing debate within U.S. political circles over the situation and its legal implications.

The War Powers Resolution, passed in 1973, is designed to limit the president’s ability to engage in prolonged military action without congressional approval. It requires notification and sets time limits on deployments, making it a central issue in modern U.S. military policy.

Recent tensions between the United States and Iran have led to heightened military readiness and increased deployments in strategic areas, particularly around key waterways and regional hotspots. Diplomatic efforts have continued alongside military planning.

According to Axios, Pentagon officials have recently presented Trump with options for a “short and powerful” military operation against Iran, described by some as a potential decisive strike.

The developments highlight the complex balance between legal constraints, military strategy, and diplomatic efforts, as Washington navigates its approach toward Iran amid ongoing regional tensions.

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