The military offensive initiated by U.S. President Donald Trump against Iran on February 28 has heightened regional tensions, leading to Iranian missile and drone attacks on Israel and Gulf nations, including the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. In response, the U.S. has implemented a counter-blockade on Iranian ports and increased its military presence in the region. However, the Trump administration's plans may be hindered by the War Powers Act (WPA), which mandates that the President must seek Congressional approval for military actions lasting more than 60 days. This legislation, enacted in 1973 following President Richard Nixon's controversial military actions in Cambodia, aims to restrict presidential authority in military engagements. Despite this, President Trump may explore various options to circumvent the WPA and continue U.S. military operations in West Asia.