U.S. War‑Powers Deadline on Iran Conflict Faces Pause and Congressional Stalemate
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- Category: United States
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 10:45 UTC
- Sources: BBC World News, France 24 English
BBC says Defense Secretary Lloyd Hegseth notes that the 60‑day clock for the president to seek congressional approval on the Iran war "pauses or stops" during a cease‑fire. France 24 adds that Congress remains deadlocked as the deadline approaches, with no agreement in sight. The two sources differ: BBC focuses on the executive’s ability to pause the clock, while France 24 stresses the legislative impasse.