The US House of Representatives has passed a war powers resolution aimed at halting American military action in Iran, in a symbolic but telling blow to President Donald Trump, who is engaged in peace talks with Tehran. Four Republicans voted with Democrats, but the measure faces an uphill battle in the Senate and a likely presidential veto.

Democrats hailed the resolution as 'a loud and unambiguous message to Donald Trump on behalf of the American people: it's time to end his deeply unpopular and illegal war of choice in Iran.' The vote comes ahead of critical midterm elections in November, signaling growing political pressure on the administration.

President Donald Trump admitted in an interview with the 'Pod Force One' podcast that he called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu 'crazy,' expressing frustration that Israel's strikes on Lebanon were complicating his peace talks with Iran. However, he downplayed tensions, insisting their relationship remains solid.

Netanyahu, in an interview with CNBC, acknowledged a 'tactical disagreement' but stressed they 'agree on the main things.' 'He respects me. I respect him. We always find a way to work out our differences,' the Israeli leader said.

Talks between Washington and Tehran appear stalled, with Iran reporting 'no tangible progress' while Trump voiced optimism that a deal could be reached 'over the weekend.' Meanwhile, a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is already being tested as cross-border fire continues.

In Kuwait, the military condemned an alleged Iranian drone strike on its airport as 'criminal Iranian aggression.' Iran's Revolutionary Guards denied responsibility, blaming an error by the US Patriot air defense system.

Source: www.dw.com