America has offered to sell arms worth more than $8.6 billion to four allied countries of West Asia. This offer has been made bypassing the review of Congress (US Parliament). These countries are Israel, Qatar, Kuwait and United Arab Emirates (UAE).
What did the US State Department say?
According to the report of Xinhua news agency, the US State Department said that these weapons include modern precision target striking weapon systems, air and missile defense supply restoration services and an integrated combat command system.
War with Iran is over: Trump
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump told lawmakers that the war against Iran is ‘over’. This military action was initiated without the permission of Congress. The legal limit of 60 days has been reached for this. Trump said in a letter, there has been no firing between America and Iran since April 7, 2026. He said, the struggle which started on 28 February 2026 has now ended.
Why did Trump say the war with Iran is over?
According to the report, his letter is an attempt to end the ongoing controversy over Congress and the need for its approval for the war. Under the War Powers Resolution of 1973, the President has to inform Congress after initiating military action and must end it within 60 days without approval. Trump also said, there is still uncertainty in negotiations with Iran. He warned that he was not satisfied with the current proposals. But both the options of diplomacy and military action have been kept open.
Expressed displeasure over Iran’s proposal
He told reporters, Iran wants to compromise. But he is not happy with the proposal, so it remains to be seen what happens next. Trump also described Iran’s leadership as unstable and said there are internal differences. It is not clear who is the real leader.
Trump’s claim- Iran’s army has become weak
He also claimed that Iran’s army has become very weak after the recent conflict. It no longer has a strong navy and air force. Trump said he would prefer a peaceful solution. But if talks fail, the option of military action is also available.