President Donald Trump's proposed deal to end the Iran war is facing strong opposition from some Republicans. Critics worry the terms might allow Iran to develop nuclear weapons and control vital shipping lanes. Trump defends the deal, stating it is the opposite of the Obama-era agreement and that time is needed to finalize it correctly.

Republicans are struggling to find the votes to dismiss legislation that would compel President Trump to withdraw from the war with Iran.

Democrats, and some Republicans, have called on Trump to ask Congress for authorisation to use military force