Trump claims hostilities in Iran 'have terminated' in letter sent to top US lawmakers
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Key Points:
- US President Donald Trump informed Congress that hostilities with Iran, which began on 28 February 2026, have ended as of 7 April 2026, amid pressure over the war's legality.
- Despite declaring an end to hostilities, Trump emphasized that the threat from Iran remains significant and the conflict may not be over.
- The Trump administration continues a strong US military presence in the region, including naval strike groups and a blockade of Iranian ports.
- Trump’s letter sidesteps a 1 May deadline for congressional authorization of the war, highlighting the contentious use of presidential power without formal approval.
- Negotiations with Iran have stalled after in-person talks in Pakistan failed, with Trump expressing dissatisfaction with Iran’s truce proposal and describing its leadership as fractured.
