After the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, Iran vowed retaliation. US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin declared readiness to defend Israel from an Iranian attack.
US Senator Lindsey Graham introduced a bill granting President Joe Biden authority to use military force against Iran if deemed a national security threat.
Graham also introduced a bill linking Hezbollah escalation to Iran and urging diplomatic action. Tensions rise between Israel, Lebanon, and Iran.
Iran and Hezbollah vow retaliation in response. The Senate will recess on August 3, returning on September 9.
Graham emphasized the need to address Iranian threats against Israel and the US more aggressively.