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flag Trump ordered U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran post-Geneva talks, sparking congressional backlash over war powers.

flag Following indirect peace talks in Geneva, President Trump authorized US and Israeli airstrikes on Iran in February 2026, sparking bipartisan opposition in Congress. flag Republicans defended the action as necessary to counter Iran's nuclear and missile programs, while Democrats denounced it as a constitutional overreach, claiming that the president lacks the authority to launch large-scale military operations without congressional approval under the War Powers Act. flag Lawmakers claimed they were not briefed beforehand and criticized the lack of consultation. flag Iran responded with missile attacks on US bases in the region, escalating tensions and reigniting debate about presidential war powers and congressional oversight.

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