The resolution passing both chambers for the first time in US history represents a significant reprimand of executive war-making power.
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US Senate Chuck Schumer Calls Iran Conflict a ‘Historic Blunder’ as War Powers Vote Passes
The Senate Minority Leader pledged to continue pursuing war powers measures until the president is effectively reined in on military commitments.
Iran War Costs Estimated at $34 to $42 Billion; No Budget Allocation Has Been Made — CSIS Report
A new CSIS analysis warns that neither the current defence budget nor the FY2027 request includes Iran war costs creating a major Congressional battle.
European Heat Dome: An Omega Block Weather System Is Drawing Saharan Air Deep into Western Europe
The stationary high-pressure system has trapped heat over France Spain and the UK creating conditions that could last through the weekend.
Spain’s San Sebastian Set to Reach 40°C in Heat Anomaly More Than Double the June Historic Average
Forecasters say the temperature in Spain’s typically cool Basque country is expected to be more than 10 degrees above normal averages.
Italy Issues Highest-Level Health Alert for 15 Cities Amid Severe European Heatwave
Italian authorities activated emergency protocols for its most vulnerable population as Rome and other major cities baked in extreme heat.
Pentagon Seeks Additional $80 Billion for Iran War Not Included in Any Current Budget
The defence department’s supplemental request comes as war costs are estimated at between $34 and $42 billion already spent.
Britain Faces Red Extreme Heat Warning as Temperatures Could Hit 39°C Breaking June Records
The Met Office said a four-day heatwave could shatter the previous June record of 35.6°C last set in 1957 with northern areas also badly hit.
Lebanon-Israel Talks Restart in Washington as Lebanese President Warns Iran Cannot Negotiate on His Country’s Behalf
A new round of negotiations began in Washington with Lebanon demanding Israeli troop withdrawal and Israel insisting troops will remain.
Hundreds of Schools Close Across France and England as European Heatwave Intensifies
Authorities in both countries allowed parents to keep children at home as classrooms without air conditioning became dangerously hot.