US Senate Backs Trump’s War Powers as Iran Launches New Missile Barrage at Israel

Tensions in the Middle East have risen sharply after the United States Senate supported President Donald Trump’s authority to continue military operations against Iran while Iran launched a fresh barrage of missiles toward Israel. The developments have increased fears of a wider regional conflict and sparked intense political debate in Washington.

In a closely watched vote, the U.S. Senate rejected a resolution that sought to limit the president’s power to conduct military strikes against Iran without approval from Congress. Lawmakers who supported the resolution argued that the Constitution gives Congress the authority to declare war and that such a major military campaign should require congressional consent. However, most Republican senators voted against the measure, saying the president must retain the flexibility to respond quickly to security threats and support American allies.

At the same time, the situation on the ground in the Middle East grew more dangerous. Iran launched several missiles toward Israel in what officials described as a retaliatory attack following recent U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iranian military facilities. Israeli defense systems were activated to intercept the incoming missiles, and air-raid sirens sounded across several cities as residents rushed to shelters.

Israeli authorities reported that many of the missiles were successfully intercepted, though some explosions were heard in different areas. Emergency teams were deployed to assess damage and assist civilians. The attack marked another escalation in the growing confrontation between Iran and Israel, which has already involved multiple strikes and counter-strikes in recent weeks.

Meanwhile, political leaders around the world have called for restraint and urged both sides to avoid actions that could push the region into a broader war. Analysts warn that continued escalation could destabilize the Middle East, affect global oil markets, and increase tensions between major world powers.

As the United States continues to support Israel and Iran vows further retaliation, the crisis remains highly volatile. Observers say the coming days will be crucial in determining whether diplomatic efforts can reduce tensions or whether the conflict will expand into a larger regional war.