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Why the 60-day War Powers Resolution deadline doesn’t actually constrain presidents

May 1, 2026, marks the 60th day of Operation Epic Fury in Iran – a symbolically significant date designating when a president who has mounted unilateral military operations must receive Congressional approval or wind it down.

The Conversation

Hegseth skips real questions to let TMZ ask if he gets a ‘power trip’ ordering strikes, then floats giving the US military a Nobel Peace Prize

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth let TMZ reporters ask two consecutive questions at a Pentagon press briefing about Operation Epic Fury, and the exchange quickly spiraled into a bizarre mix of tabloid-style curiosity and unfiltered military bravado. The April 24, 2026, briefing was supposed to update reporters on the U.S. military’s…

The Mary Sue

CCTV captures chaos at Iran hospitals amid strikes; patients and staff seen scrambling

Surveillance footage reveals chaotic scenes in Tehran hospitals during air strikes, with medical staff urgently evacuating patients, including newborns carried in fruit baskets. The ongoing Iran conflict, sparked by Operation Epic Fury, has escalated tensions in the Persian Gulf, disrupting oil shipments and leading to naval confrontations.

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Trump insists he started the Iran war all by himself and threatens to bomb Iran back to the Stone Age if they don’t surrender soon

President Donald Trump just doubled down on his claim that he – not Israel – was the driving force behind the decision to launch Operation Epic Fury against Iran. In a Truth Social post on April 20, 2026, Trump insisted he was “never” pressured into the war, pointing to the…

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'No money is changing hands': Trump rejects $20 billion Iran 'nuclear dust' deal claim

Following Operation Epic Fury, Donald Trump announced significant breakthroughs, claiming Iran's nuclear program has been suspended and the Strait of Hormuz reopened. He stated the US will secure "nuclear dust" without financial exchange, asserting Iran's nuclear ambitions are shut down and a broader conflict-ending deal is nearing completion.

The Times of India

Karoline Leavitt Claimed Gas Prices Are Down Under Trump While Americans Are Paying Nearly a Dollar More at the Pump

Karoline Leavitt's claim of falling gas prices is contradicted by AAA data showing a rise since Operation Epic Fury began, as Treasury Secretary Bessent defends the administration.

International Business Times UK

No endgame? How Iran war is testing Trump's strategy

The Islamabad peace talks have collapsed, dashing hopes of a near-term end to the Iran war. Buoyed, no doubt, by January’s near-flawless operation in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of Nicolás Maduro, Donald Trump authorised Operation Epic Fury, launching joint strikes with Israel on Iran on February 28 —…

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Survivors of Deadly Drone Strike in Kuwait Dispute U.S. Account, Say Base Was 'Unprepared'

In the 40 days since the start of Operation Epic Fury, the conflict has left thousands of people dead across the Middle East, as well as 13 U.S. service members killed and 381 others wounded, according to data from U.S. Central Command.

Latin Times

'Iran begged for this ceasefire': US war secretary Pete Hegseth hails 'victory' over Iran

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth asserted that Iran "begged for ceasefire" following the "decimating" Operation Epic Fury, which rendered their military combat-ineffective. Hegseth credited President Trump for this moment and warned of forceful action to secure Iran's enriched uranium if necessary, signaling a continued hardline US stance.

The Times of India

Iran-US ceasefire details: Trump predicts 'positive action', 'big money' after truce; US to 'hang around' Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump declared a "total and complete victory" after announcing a ceasefire with Iran, ending 38 days of Operation Epic Fury. Both nations claimed success, with Iran pointing to Washington's acceptance of its 10-point proposal. The deal, brokered with Pakistan's mediation and potentially China's influence, addresses nuclear concerns…

The Times of India

House Republican Says US Boots In Iran Would Be For One Reason Only: Seizing Enriched Uranium

Rep. Mike Lawler has stated that seizing enriched uranium is the only justification for US boots on the ground in Iran. As Operation Epic Fury enters week six, the 60-day War Powers Act deadline looms.

International Business Times UK

From cowboy to crusader: how Trump distorts American mythology in the conflict with Iran

The United States’ Operation Epic Fury against Iran does more than mark a military escalation. It shows how Trump revives old national myths: the American frontier, the cowboy, regenerative violence, and Providence – while stripping them of their civic dimension and turning them into narratives of domination.

The Conversation

10 Most Lethal Weapons in the 2026 US-Iran War: From Tomahawks to Ballistic Missiles

More than five weeks into Operation Epic Fury, the U.S.-led military campaign against Iran that began Feb. 28, 2026, a range of advanced weapons has shaped the conflict's deadly course. U.S. and allied forces have unleashed precision strikes on Iranian military targets, while Iran has responded with ballistic missiles, drones…

International Business Times

Podcasters Joe Rogan and Theo Von trash Trump on Iran: ‘I can’t believe we went to this war’

Duo express dismay and disbelief over Operation Epic Fury as discontent spreads on the right

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Iran endgame, gas prices, Hormuz crisis & more: Key takeaways from Donald Trump's speech

President Trump announced Operation Epic Fury is nearing completion, stating the Iran conflict will end within two to three weeks. He advised nations facing oil crises to purchase from the US or seize oil from the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing Iran's untrustworthiness and its history of attacks.

International Business Times UK

Karoline Leavitt Faces Intense Scrutiny After Suggesting Foreign Leaders 'Were Killed' Over US Negotiation Disputes

Explore the controversial remarks by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on the consequences faced by Iranian leaders amid Operation Epic Fury. Discover the implications of her statements on US-Iran relations and the ongoing military campaign.

The Independent UK

Hegseth’s broker accused of seeking to invest millions in defense contractors before Iran war

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth accused of attempting to profit from Operation Epic Fury as Pentagon insists claim ‘false and fabricated’

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US Escalates Strikes on Iran Under ‘Operation Epic Fury’, Targets Isfahan Facility

The United States has intensified its military campaign against Iran, with President Donald Trump escalating both rhetoric and operational messaging early Tuesday. The latest developments highlight a significant expansion of strikes under the ongoing campaign, codenamed Operation Epic Fury. In a notable move, Trump shared a video on Truth Social…

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Trump shares video of massive explosions in Iran's Isfahan following US-Israeli strikes; bunker-busters used?

US President Donald Trump intensified his rhetoric on the military campaign against Iran, sharing a striking image of Isfahan ablaze following Operation Epic Fury. American forces reportedly used powerful bunker-buster bombs on a large ammunition depot in the city, which also houses facilities linked to Iran's nuclear program. This follows…

The Times of India

'Remember these two criminals': Iran names US officers responsible for Minab school strike

Iran has identified two US Navy officers from the USS Spruance as responsible for a missile strike on a Minab school that killed 168 people. The strike, part of Operation Epic Fury, targeted a nearby IRGC naval base. While US media suggests the school was damaged in coordinated operations, a…

The Conversation

War on Iran during nuclear negotiations undermines the US’s ability to talk peace around the world − and the effects won’t end when Trump leaves office

Operation Epic Fury – the latest round of military strikes against Iran – began when Iran was engaged in negotiations with the United States to renew restrictions on its nuclear program.

International Business Times UK

Trump Begins Shifting Iran War Blame To Pete Hegseth—Says He Was First To Say 'Let's Do It'

Explore political tensions as Donald Trump credits Pete Hegseth for pushing Iran military action amid backlash over Operation Epic Fury and missed intelligence warnings.

The Independent UK

‘Let’s do it’: Trump pins push for war with Iran on Pete Hegseth in latest shift

President Donald Trump offers new account of circumstances leading up to commencement of Operation Epic Fury, suggesting Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was particularly enthusiastic about bombing campaign

International Business Times UK

Trump 'Throws Hegseth Under The Bus' As Iran War Crisis Explodes — Backlash Grows Over 'Desperate' Blame Shift

Donald Trump faces backlash after suggesting Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth was the first to push for war with Iran, as criticism intensifies over responsibility for the escalating conflict.

International Business Times

US–Israel–Iran War Enters Fourth Week as Strikes Intensify and Oil Route Tensions Surge

Launched on February 28 with joint US-Israeli Operation Epic Fury, the campaign initially targeted Iranian nuclear sites, missile infrastructure and leadership, resulting in the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and dozens of senior officials.

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