Trump Informs Congress of Restarting Iran War, Claims 60-Day Clock Resets

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(Central News Agency, Washington, 13th -综合 international wire reports) U.S. President Trump has formally notified Congress that he resumed military action against Iran on July 7. The Trump administration argues this move restarts the 60-day deadline under the War Powers Resolution, allowing the president to continue using military force in the Middle East without congressional approval.

In a letter dated July 10, seen by Reuters, Trump stated: "I ordered this military action consistent with my responsibility to protect the American people and uphold U.S. national security and foreign policy interests."

The letter outlines the Trump administration's handling of the Iran conflict, including ordering a two-week ceasefire on April 7, later extending the ceasefire period, and efforts to resolve the conflict through diplomatic channels.

Trump stated in the letter that he signed a memorandum of understanding with Iran on June 17, and accused Iran of attacking commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, violating the agreement, thus ordering the resumption of military strikes against Iran.

As tensions escalate, Trump announced today that the U.S. will resume its naval blockade against Iran and ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains navigable.

The U.S. War Powers Resolution requires the president to notify Congress within 48 hours of taking military action, and if not authorized by Congress or a formal declaration of war, the military action must terminate within 60 days.

Regarding the Iran conflict, the initial 60-day period was expected to expire on May 1. However, Republican President Trump argues that the ceasefire effectively "paused the clock" on the congressional authorization period, rendering the original deadline inapplicable.

Democratic lawmakers and Republican members opposed to continued warfare argue that the Trump administration is misinterpreting the law.

A senior Democratic House staff member, speaking anonymously, said: "The president cannot simply erase with a single statement a war he initially claimed would last only four to six weeks but has now extended for months."

Additionally, both the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives passed resolutions last month calling for Trump to withdraw U.S. military forces involved in military actions against Iran. These votes reflect growing congressional concern over the conflict.

In response, Trump harshly criticized lawmakers who voted in favor on social media, calling them "unpatriotic" and stating the move sends the wrong signal to Iran, making his job "much more difficult." (Compiled by: Liu Wenyu) 1150714

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