US military launches strikes on Iran after Trump brings back naval blockade

US President sees path to Iran deal despite fresh US-Iran escalation

President Donald Trump accused the "fake news" media of wanting the United States to lose its war with Iran during a Monday interview with conservative radio host Hugh Hewitt, as he defended the military campaign and threatened another wave of strikes against Tehran.

US forces launch a third straight night of strikes on Iranian targets to degrade threats against commercial ships in Hormuz.

The notification letter, dated Friday, has raised questions about whether Trump can continue military operations without congressional authorization.