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Senate Passes Resolution Directing Removal of U.S. Forces from Iran Hostilities
The Republican-majority Senate voted 50-48 to approve a concurrent resolution directing the president to end U.S. armed forces involvement in hostilities with Iran. The measure passed the House earlier this month and now heads to the White House.
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The U.S. Senate approved a concurrent resolution directing the president to remove U.S. armed forces from hostilities involving Iran. The 50-48 vote followed party lines, with four Republicans joining nearly all Democrats in support. The resolution passed the House of Representatives earlier this month.
It invokes the 1973 War Powers Act and marks the first time both chambers of Congress have adopted such a measure.
Background on the measure The resolution directs the president to end U.S. military involvement but lacks enforcement power. Observers described the vote as largely symbolic given the absence of binding authority. The Senate action follows an interim agreement between the United States and Iran. Discussions continue over the terms of any longer-term arrangement.
Regional reactions An Israeli official stated the United States would be "very naive" if it expected Iran to abandon its nuclear program. The official added that Israel bears responsibility to confront the threat independently. Oman announced a temporary maritime corridor through the Strait of Hormuz.
Vessels must coordinate with the International Maritime Organization using coordinates provided by Omani authorities.
