Secretary of State Marco Rubio testifies before Congress for the first time since the Iran war began, facing questions about the fragile ceasefire and escalating tensions with Cuba. - The war, which started on Feb.
28, has cost $1.8 billion, with a growing number of Republicans joining Democrats in opposing the conflict. - The conflict has disrupted oil tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, spiking gas prices.
- The Senate advanced legislation to force Trump to withdraw, and the House blocked a war powers resolution to avoid defeat. - Trump is reconsidering his $1.8 billion fund for the war amid bipartisan opposition.
Rubio also faces scrutiny over the administration's threats against Cuba, including criminal charges against former President Raúl Castro.