Trump ends Iran hostilities, signals possible future actions

President Trump says U.S. hostilities with Iran, begun Feb. 28, have been terminated after a two-week ceasefire extended through April 7, 2026, effectively resetting the War Powers Act clock and potentially limiting congressional challenges. The administration argues the naval blockade can be paused, while Democrats dispute that interpretation. A Senate vote on a war powers resolution failed, leaving room for future actions the administration says would be treated as separate engagements.