Washington, May 20 (SANA) The U.S. Senate voted on Tuesday to advance a measure aimed at limiting President Donald Trump’s authority to continue military operations linked to the Israeli-Iranian conflict, amid growing concern in Congress over the war’s costs and uncertain direction.
According to congressional sources cited by Agence France-Presse (AFP), the resolution passed a procedural vote by 50 votes to 47, marking the first time since the conflict began around 11 weeks ago that either chamber of Congress had moved forward with legislation seeking to restrict U.S. military involvement.
The measure is based on the 1973 War Powers Act, which was adopted after the Vietnam War and requires congressional authorization for prolonged military operations.
If approved, the resolution would require the Trump administration to halt military operations against Iran unless it receives formal authorization from Congress.
Ahead of the vote, Senate Democratic Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized Trump’s military policies and called for support for efforts aimed at withdrawing U.S. forces from the conflict and preventing further escalation.
The vote highlighted growing concern among lawmakers as the war entered its third month, increasing pressure on U.S. military stockpiles and raising questions about long-term readiness and strategic objectives.
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