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Thu 25 Jun 2026 12:37 am - Jerusalem Time

Trump attacks Congress: Decision to restrict war powers against Iran 'meaningless'

US President Donald Trump launched a scathing attack on Congress following the adoption of a symbolic resolution calling for an end to war powers related to Iran. Trump considered this legislative move to lack political value and to come at a completely inappropriate time for the strategic goals his administration seeks to achieve in the Middle East.

Through his social media platform 'Truth Social', Trump explained that the Iranian regime was suffering from severe pressures that had put it in a very weak position. The US President indicated that Tehran was 'cornered' and on the verge of imminent collapse, which, from his perspective, makes any move to restrict American military options illogical.

Trump criticized the senators who pushed for this vote, asserting that they had made his task of dealing with the Iranian file more complex and difficult. Despite this, he stressed his ability to overcome these legislative obstacles, affirming in his usual tone that he would accomplish the mission one way or another, as he always does with thorny issues.

These statements come amid ongoing tensions between the White House and lawmakers over the limits of executive power in declaring wars or engaging in long-term military conflicts. Observers believe that this clash reflects a deep gap in visions between an administration that prefers to exert 'maximum pressure' and a Congress that fears involvement in an open confrontation.

Sources reported that the resolution adopted by the Senate is primarily symbolic, but it sends a strong political message about lawmakers' desire to reclaim their constitutional role. However, Trump believes that such messages weaken the United States' negotiating position and give Tehran a much-needed breathing space at the present time.

In his widely circulated post, Trump claimed that Iran was ready to make substantial concessions that were not conceivable in past decades. He asserted that the respect currently enjoyed by the United States, under his personal leadership, had forced adversaries to radically recalculate their positions before Congress intervened with this decision.

Reports from Washington indicate that the White House is considering all legal options to circumvent any restrictions that lawmakers might impose in the future. Trump's team insists that presidential powers in protecting national security give him sufficient flexibility to act against any potential Iranian threats without constantly returning to Congress.

On the other hand, Trump's statements sparked mixed reactions within American political circles, with some considering them an undermining of democratic institutions. In contrast, the President's supporters believe that Congress is trying to pursue a policy of 'obstruction' that harms supreme national interests and serves the agendas of regional powers hostile to Washington.

It appears that the struggle over war powers will remain a focal point in American political debate in the coming period, especially with important electoral deadlines approaching. Each side tries to use the Iranian issue to strengthen its position before voters, between a current advocating military firmness and another calling for diplomacy and caution against involvement in 'endless wars'.

In conclusion, the on-the-ground and political situation regarding Iran remains subject to rapid developments in the region, amid international anticipation of what this confrontation between the presidency and parliament will yield. Monitoring sources confirm that Trump will not back down from his escalatory approach towards Tehran, regardless of the legislative pressures he faces in Washington D.C.

Iran has been cornered, is ready to fall, and the Senate decides to take an ill-timed and meaningless vote.

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