U.S. President Donald Trump has informed congressional leaders that a ceasefire effectively ended hostilities with Iran. This declaration comes as a deadline for war powers approaches, with Trump asserting he does not require legislative approval to continue any conflict.

<img alt="A man in a dark suit and red tie holds up a hand to the camera." height="349" src="https://i.cbc.ca/ais/280f4c7b-312a-497d-ad2e-fbed17cc2096,1777665952927/full/max/0/default.jpg?im=Crop%2Crect%3D%280%2C26%2C2223%2C1250%29%3BResize%3D%28620%29" title="U.S. President Donald Trump disembarks Air Force One upon his arrival at Ocala International Airport in Ocala, Florida, U.S., May 1, 2026." width="620" /><p>In a letter to congressional leaders on Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump declar...