Senate Majority Leader John Thune has emphasized the need for Iran to return to the negotiating table to avoid further escalation of the conflict, stressing the importance of diplomatic solutions over military action. He warned that the U.S. should avoid direct military involvement and urged Iran to disavow its nuclear program through peaceful means.
Thune’s remarks come amid growing concerns on Capitol Hill about the potential for U.S. military involvement in the Middle East. Lawmakers are actively discussing the role Congress should play in decisions about entering an armed conflict, with some advocating for a more direct U.S. intervention.
Thune also noted that Israel may lack the military capability to fully dismantle Iran’s nuclear program, suggesting that a diplomatic resolution is more likely. He warned that if Iran is