Daijiworld Media Network - Washington

Washington, Jun 28: The US Congress remains divided over the Trump administration’s military strategy following American strikes on Iranian targets, with lawmakers debating the extent of presidential authority to conduct overseas military operations.

Several lawmakers have raised questions over whether the President has the authority to order continued military action without explicit approval from Congress. The debate has intensified as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue to rise despite efforts to maintain a ceasefire.

Opposition lawmakers have called for greater congressional oversight, arguing that decisions involving prolonged military engagements should involve lawmakers as required under the US Constitution.

Supporters of the administration have defended the strikes, saying the action was necessary to protect US interests, secure international shipping routes and respond to attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

The latest dispute has renewed discussions in Washington over the War Powers Resolution, a 1973 law designed to limit the President’s ability to engage US forces in hostilities without congressional authorisation.

Lawmakers are also closely watching diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran, as both sides continue discussions on issues including maritime security, Iran’s nuclear programme and the future of the fragile ceasefire arrangement.

The political divide comes as the administration faces growing pressure to explain the long-term strategy behind the military operations and whether further action could lead to a wider regional conflict.