Strike on Iran widens rift in U S politics
President Trump cites a surprise Iran strike without full Congress briefing fueling partisan tensions. GOP leaders were briefed while Democrats, including Schumer and Jeffries, received limited early notice. Kaine and others push war powers votes as Congress weighs authorization and funding.
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U.S. strikes hit Fordo Natanz and Isfahan facilities
The United States and Israel launched attacks on Iran's Fordo Natanz and Isfahan sites with extensive damage reported. IAEA urged access to assess underground harm while global leaders urged restraint and diplomacy despite broad regional strikes and retaliatory activity.
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Pentagon brief claims Operation Midnight Hammer hit Iran sites
Hegseth and Gen Caine described decoys and deception for the strike, saying Fordo Natanz and Isfahan endured severe damage. Vance pressed that Iran delays on a nuclear weapon are real, while Rubio and Trump framed caution. World reactions condemned the action as a breach of international law, with oil markets and diplomacy looming.
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