It’s worth noting that Donald Trump’s extension of a ceasefire with Iran[1] also enables him to avoid seeking permission from Congress to continue the war after 60 days.[2]
[1] France 24, “Trump extends Iran ceasefire indefinitely as peace talks stall,” April 22, 2026, https://www.france24.com/en/middle-east/20260422-trump-extends-iran-ceasefire-indefinitely-as-peace-talks-stall-war-usa
[2] Ana Faguy and James FitzGerald, “US lawmakers reject measure to block Trump from striking Iran,” British Broadcasting Corporation, April 18, 2026, https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5yve8dmvn5o
[1] France 24, “Trump extends Iran ceasefire indefinitely as peace talks stall,” April 22, 2026, https://www.france24.com/en/middle-east/20260422-trump-extends-iran-ceasefire-indefinitely-as-peace-talks-stall-war-usa
[2] Ana Faguy and James FitzGerald, “US lawmakers reject measure to block Trump from striking Iran,” British Broadcasting Corporation, April 18, 2026, https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5yve8dmvn5o
France 24
Trump extends Iran ceasefire indefinitely as peace talks stall
President Donald Trump said Tuesday the United States would indefinitely extend its ceasefire with Iran, easing fears that a fragile pause in fighting could collapse as stalled peace talks remain in…