Trump notifies Congress of renewed US military action against Iran

President Donald Trump sent a letter to the United States Congress dated July 10, stating that the United States resumed military operations against Iran on July 7. The letter cited the War Powers Resolution, asserting that the action complies with the president’s duty to protect American lives and interests. Trump argued that the previous cease‑fire, negotiated on June 17, had been terminated due to Iranian attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, and that the United States would also re‑impose a naval blockade of the strait.

The announcement follows a series of escalations, including multiple U.S. airstrikes on Iranian targets and Iran’s retaliatory attacks on assets in the Gulf region. Congressional leaders have expressed concern, with prior resolutions urging the withdrawal of U.S. forces. The renewed operations renew a 60‑day authorisation clock under the War Powers Resolution, which mandates congressional approval for continued hostilities beyond that period.