Overview
- President Trump said combat operations are ongoing under Operation Epic Fury, launched with Israel against Iranian targets, including strikes that killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
- Iran carried out retaliatory attacks on U.S. bases and Israel, and the Pentagon confirmed at least three U.S. service members killed and several wounded, with Trump warning there may be more casualties.
- Senate and House leaders are preparing war powers resolutions with potential votes as early as March 4, though any measure would likely face a presidential veto that Congress is unlikely to override.
- Democrats argue the campaign is unconstitutional without prior authorization, while most Republicans back the strikes, and a small group in each party — including Rand Paul and Thomas Massie — is pressing for limits.
- Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has been disrupted and oil prices are expected to rise, as OPEC+ moved to increase production in response to the mounting risks.