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Mar 6, 2026US-Iran conflictIsrael-Iran conflictWar Powers Resolution

Top U.S. & World Headlines — March 6, 2026

The House of Representatives rejected a War Powers Resolution amidst escalating US-Israeli attacks on Iran, widespread civilian casualties, and significant global economic fallout, while domestically, the Homeland Security Secretary was fired and a journalist critical of ICE was arrested.

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Mar 5, 2026US-Iran conflictMiddle East policyWar Powers Resolution

"Why Are We Going to War?": Former U.S. Middle East Officials Say Trump Has "No Clear Plan" on Iran

Former US diplomats and Pentagon officials reveal the Trump administration launched a war on Iran without a clear plan or legal basis, driven by shifting justifications and external pressure, escalating regional conflict and humanitarian crisis.

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Mar 5, 2026US-Iran conflictWar Powers ResolutionMilitary funding

Top U.S. & World Headlines — March 5, 2026

The US Senate rejected a resolution to withdraw forces from Iran amidst escalating US-Israeli attacks on Iranian civilian sites and military responses, while other global and domestic crises unfold.

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