Trump Formally Notifies Congress of Restarted Military Action Against Iran
President Trump notified Congress in writing that military operations against Iran resumed last week, ending a monthlong ceasefire between the two countries.
Escalation Notification to Congress
President Trump formally notified Congress that "military action" against Iran restarted last week in a letter obtained by CBS News, as a monthslong ceasefire comes to an end.
Ongoing Strikes
The U.S. is carrying out a third consecutive night of airstrikes Monday against Iran, CENTCOM says. The military operations represent a significant escalation in tensions between Washington and Tehran.
Strait of Hormuz Operations
U.S. forces conducted more rounds of strikes on Iran this week, one of which was in retaliation for an attack on a commercial ship in the Strait of Hormuz, the Pentagon said. Trump says the U.S. will be known as "THE GUARDIAN OF THE HORMUZ STRAIT," and will charge 20% on all cargo shipped via the waterway to cover security costs.
Strategic Positioning
The Trump administration is framing its military operations as defensive measures to protect critical global shipping lanes. The administration's announcement of a toll on cargo transiting the Strait of Hormuz signals an attempt to monetize the security operations while continuing to maintain pressure on Iranian capabilities.