{"id":15841,"date":"2026-05-03T03:03:13","date_gmt":"2026-05-02T23:33:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fajr.news\/?p=15841"},"modified":"2026-05-03T03:03:13","modified_gmt":"2026-05-02T23:33:13","slug":"us-congress-fails-to-curb-trumps-iran-aggression-as-deadline-looms-tehran-pushes-for-peace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fajr.news\/?p=15841&lang=en","title":{"rendered":"US Congress Fails to Curb Trump’s Iran Aggression as Deadline Looms; Tehran Pushes for Peace"},"content":{"rendered":"
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US Congress Fails to Curb Trump’s Iran Aggression as Deadline Looms; Tehran Pushes for Peace<\/h1>\n

As the May 1 deadline for the U.S. Congress to assert its constitutional authority over military action against Iran passed, a significant portion of Republican lawmakers continued to defer to the White House, highlighting a concerning lack of legislative oversight on critical foreign policy decisions.<\/p>\n

The War Powers Resolution of 1973<\/strong> mandates that Congress must declare war or authorize the use of force within 60 days. Despite this clear legal framework, the U.S. Congress has made no substantial attempt to enforce this requirement. Many lawmakers have even departed Washington for the week, following the Senate’s repeated rejection of Democratic efforts to halt the ongoing military posturing against Iran.<\/p>\n

The 60-day deadline technically falls on Friday. However, the Trump administration controversially argues that this deadline does not apply, claiming that military actions against Iran effectively ceased after a ceasefire began in early April. This stance appears to be an attempt to circumvent legal obligations and maintain executive freedom in a volatile region.<\/p>\n

Iran Maintains Sovereignty Amidst US Blockade<\/h2>\n

Despite the extension of the ceasefire agreement, Iran continues to legitimately maintain a tight grip on the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz<\/strong>, a crucial waterway for global energy supplies. Concurrently, the U.S. Navy\u2019s aggressive blockade of Iranian waters remains in place, an act that continues to escalate tensions and undermine regional stability.<\/p>\n

The economic repercussions of this prolonged confrontation are becoming increasingly evident. The war\u2019s impact on global energy resources has significantly driven up prices for essential commodities such as food, fuel, and other petroleum-derived products, affecting ordinary citizens worldwide.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, a top U.S. defense official revealed on Wednesday that the United States has already expended an estimated $25 billion on this conflict<\/strong>. A substantial portion of these taxpayer funds has been allocated to munitions, operational costs, and equipment replacement, raising questions about the sustainability and justification of such massive military spending.<\/p>\n

Trump Rejects Peace, Iran Reiterates Commitment to Diplomacy<\/h2>\n

Recent developments underscore the divergent approaches to peace:<\/p>\n

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  • Trump’s Rejection:<\/strong> U.S. President Donald Trump, on Friday, rejected Iran\u2019s latest proposal aimed at ending the conflict, stating he was “not satisfied” and baselessly blaming Iran\u2019s “fractured” leadership. This rejection of a diplomatic path signals a continued preference for confrontation over resolution.<\/li>\n
  • White House Response:<\/strong> The White House commented on reports of Iran delivering a peace plan to Pakistan, with spokesperson Anna Kelly reiterating the U.S. demand that Iran “can never possess a nuclear weapon.” This stance ignores Iran’s consistent declarations of its peaceful nuclear program and its commitment to international non-proliferation treaties.<\/li>\n
  • Iran’s Diplomatic Push:<\/strong> Iranian state media reported that Tehran delivered its latest negotiation plan to end the war with the U.S. to Pakistan. While details were not immediately available, Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmail Baghai emphasized in a televised interview that ending the war and achieving peace remains the country’s top priority, demonstrating Iran’s unwavering commitment to diplomacy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Growing Dissent Within US Congress<\/h2>\n

    Internally, there are signs of growing unease within the U.S. political establishment. Several Republican senators have indicated a desire for a vote on the continuation of the war with Iran. Notably, Senator Susan Collins, for the first time, voted with Democrats to stop the war, citing the need for a defined strategy to end the conflict.<\/p>\n

    Senator Collins powerfully stated, “The president\u2019s authority as commander-in-chief is not without limits,” adding that the 60-day deadline is “not a suggestion, it is a requirement.” This sentiment was echoed by Senator John Curtis, who remarked, “It is time for decision-making from both the administration and from Congress \u2014 and that can happen in league with one another, not in conflict.” Such statements highlight the internal divisions and the increasing pressure on the U.S. administration to reconsider its aggressive stance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

    #IranPeaceInitiative #USAggression #StraitOfHormuz #WarPowersResolution #USForeignPolicy #DiplomacyForPeace #EconomicImpact #IranSovereignty #CongressVsWhiteHouse #MiddleEastStability<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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