Trump-Iran Conflict: Congressional Briefings and Ceasefire Talks

Members of Congress are scheduled to receive classified briefings from President Donald Trump's intelligence leaders, just days after military strikes targeted Iranian nuclear facilities. The briefings follow a retaliatory strike by Iran on a US base in Qatar and Trump's social media announcement of a tentative Israel-Iran ceasefire.

The U.S. President's unilateral military actions have raised concerns among Democrats and some Republicans, who argue that congressional approval and further justification are necessary. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries demands explanations on thwarting Iran's nuclear ambitions and plans to prevent further Middle East conflicts involving American lives.

Leading the briefings for both House and Senate members are CIA Director John Ratcliffe and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. Discussions may become heated due to lawmakers feeling uninformed amidst increasing tension between the White House and Congress over the nation's international stance.

(With inputs from agencies.)