United States: Hegseth says Iran ceasefire pauses authorization clock.

Washington, United States - May 01, 2026 "Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testifies before Congress in Washington, D.C., May 01, 2026. Hegseth told Democratic Senator Tim Kaine that he believes the ceasefire with Iran "pauses" the 60-day congressional authorization clock required by law for continued military action. (Video by Hu Yousong/Xinhua/Sipa USA) *** World Rights Except China *** CHINA OUT ***"