The US Senate has officially rejected the War Powers Resolution that sought to limit President Donald Trump’s “Operation Epic Fury” against Iran, marking a decisive moment in US foreign policy and partisan politics. Republicans voted overwhelmingly to support Trump, securing a major political win amid rising tensions in the Middle East. While Senators Rand Paul and Jon Fetterman supported the resolution, the GOP successfully defeated the measure, keeping the president’s military options intact. Democrats, led by Senator Tim Kaine and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, criticized the administration for ignoring Congressional authority, moving strategic goalposts, and deploying troops without a clear plan. WATCH

Israeli forces launched overnight airstrikes in Gaza after detecting Hamas operatives emerging from underground tunnels near the Rafah ceasefire line. The Israel Defense Forces said the strikes targeted armed fighters and tunnel infrastructure used for movement, weapons storage, and attacks. Recent operations have destroyed kilometers of tunnels and uncovered explosives, RPGs, and surveillance equipment. Despite ongoing ceasefire efforts, clashes continue, and Israel estimates that a large portion of Hamas’s tunnel network remains intact.