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US Senate blocks effort to force Trump to end Iran strikes

US Senate blocks effort to force Trump to end Iran strikes

Senate rejects Democratic bid to force US president to seek congressional approval for military action against Iran

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White House declines to set timeline for securing Strait of Hormuz for oil tankers
04.03.2026

White House declines to set timeline for securing Strait of Hormuz for oil tankers

Spokesperson says US Navy will escort tankers 'if and when necessary' as Iran closure rattles energy markets

Ground troops ‘not part of the plan’ in Iran operation: White House
04.03.2026

Ground troops ‘not part of the plan’ in Iran operation: White House

'Well, they're not part of the plan for this operation at this time,' says spokeswoman \

Spain has agreed to cooperate with US military, says White House
04.03.2026

Spain has agreed to cooperate with US military, says White House

'I know that US military is coordinating with their counterparts in Spain,' says spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt

Trump administration faces criticism on legality of military strikes against Iran
04.03.2026

Trump administration faces criticism on legality of military strikes against Iran

Legal experts, lawmakers say campaign lacks congressional authorization, clear legal basis

Iranian drones 'bigger problem than anticipated,' US officials tell lawmakers: Report
04.03.2026

Iranian drones 'bigger problem than anticipated,' US officials tell lawmakers: Report

'We do not have an unlimited supply' of defensive munitions, Sen. Mark Kelly warns