legality

US Congress members on both sides of the political aisle have raised concerns over the legality of the strikes and the president's authority to order them.

In February, Hegseth fired the Judge Advocates General whose job was to assess the legality of military actions.

Members of US Congress, both Democrats and Republicans, have raised concerns about the legality of the strikes and the president's authority to order them.

The strikes have drawn condemnation in the region and experts have questioned their legality.

The legality of the operations has also been questioned by legal experts who warn that they breach international law.