US-Iran War Escalation and War-Powers Challenge

The conflict remains at peak intensity, with continuing strikes, oil above $100 per barrel, 18 US deaths, more than 100 wounded, $37.5 billion spent, and another $70 billion requested. Trump denies offering Iran sanctions relief for nuclear concessions as talks remain uncertain, while the Senate moves toward a vote challenging his authority to continue the war. Reports of renewed bombing plans and possible Cuba contingency planning remain allegations or contingencies.