Trump Claims Iran Nuclear Deal Near as House Rebukes War Powers, June 04

President Trump said Iran has agreed not to obtain nuclear weapons and that Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is directly involved in peace talks. The White House said negotiations are “proceeding nicely.” However, the House of Representatives voted 215-208 to rein in Trump’s Iran war powers, marking the first congressional rebuke since the conflict began in February 2026.

Trump Claims Progress on Nuclear Commitments

Trump said Iran has agreed not to possess nuclear weapons and that Khamenei is giving approval to ongoing negotiations. The White House spokesperson stated Trump will only accept a deal that ensures Iran cannot develop nuclear weapons. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told the Senate that Iran agreed to negotiate nuclear aspects it had refused to discuss one month earlier. Trump said a deal could happen over the weekend, though he remained noncommittal about a timeline.

Israel and Lebanon Reach Ceasefire Agreement

Israel and Lebanon agreed to renew their ceasefire and create security zones in southern Lebanon from which Hezbollah would be banned. The agreement requires complete cessation of Hezbollah fire and removal of all Hezbollah operatives south of the Litani River. The Lebanese army will take control of those areas. However, Israeli strikes have killed more than 800 people in Lebanon since the last ceasefire announcement, and Israel attacked three hospitals in one week, wounding 150 and killing nine.

House Votes to Limit Trump’s War Powers

The House adopted a resolution 215-208 on Wednesday to rein in Trump’s Iran war powers. Four Republicans joined all Democrats in voting for the measure. The resolution is symbolic but sends a strong message to the administration. It heads to the Senate for consideration. Trump acknowledged calling Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu “crazy” and said Israel is complicating peace talks with Iran.

Negotiations Stalled by Lebanon Fighting and Strait Closure

Talks have dragged on for weeks as mediators seek to extend a fragile ceasefire into a lasting truce. Iran insists any truce must also end fighting in Lebanon, but Trump supports Israel’s right to defend itself against Hezbollah. An Iranian strike on Kuwait’s international airport killed at least one person and wounded 60 others. Trump said the Strait of Hormuz might remain blocked through Labor Day on September 7. Iran’s Foreign Minister threatened an attack if Beirut comes under Israeli fire.

Final Thoughts

Trump claims a nuclear deal with Iran is within reach, but the House’s vote to limit his war powers reflects deep congressional skepticism about the conflict’s direction and duration. The ongoing fighting in Lebanon and competing demands from Iran and Israel suggest negotiations remain fragile.

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