The US State Department invokes emergency provisions to approve $8.6 billion in arms sales to Middle Eastern allies without congressional approval, raising concerns about further militarization of the region.
Iran submits a 14-point response proposal to the US and offers a Strait of Hormuz deal, while Trump says he is reviewing the proposal with reservations; simultaneously, the US fast-tracks $8 billion in arms sales to Middle East allies.
The UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority announces the full resumption of normal air traffic operations as of May 2, 2026, lifting temporary precautionary measures imposed since the Iran war began on February 28.
Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon kill at least 41 people in 24 hours, bringing the death toll since March 2 to 2,659, as ceasefire violations continue to undermine peace efforts.
Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon kill at least 13 people including women and a child, as the fragile ceasefire extension continues to be violated.
Trump sends formal letter to Congress declaring that hostilities with Iran ‘have terminated’ as the 60-day War Powers Act authorization deadline arrives, sparking debate over executive war powers.
The Trump administration declares hostilities with Iran ’terminated’ ahead of a 60-day congressional deadline, while attempting to reset the War Powers clock — a move that ignites constitutional debate.
The US Treasury has issued a notice warning that any individual or company paying Iran a ’toll’ for passage through the Strait of Hormuz risks violating US sanctions.
Trump notifies Congress that hostilities with Iran have ’terminated’ as the 60-day War Powers Resolution deadline expires, a move widely seen as a legal maneuver to sidestep congressional authorization requirements.
The Israeli navy intercepted the international Gaza aid flotilla, with activists transferred to Crete, Greece. Two activists were taken to Israel for questioning, sparking strong international reactions.