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Trump says hostilities in Iran have terminated after Congress demands authorization
Politics
Published on 2 May 2026
A letter to Congress claims conflict ended
President Donald Trump told top US lawmakers that hostilities in Iran have ended, according to letters sent to House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate president pro tempore Chuck Grassley. The announcement came after Congress pushed the administration to seek authorization for the conflict as it entered its third month, with hostilities beginning Feb 28, 2026.
- Trump informed House and Senate leaders that Iran hostilities ended
- Congress pressure over authorization reportedly preceded the announcement
- The conflict began Feb 28 2026 and had entered its third month
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