Congress votes to limit Trump’s military action in Iran

The US House of Representatives has voted to block President Donald Trump from carrying out further military actions in Iran, marking a rare

The US House of Representatives has voted to block President Donald Trump from carrying out further military actions in Iran, marking a rare bipartisan challenge to his war authority.

Lawmakers approved the measure by a narrow 215–208 margin, with four Republican members joining Democrats in support. The resolution reflects growing concern in Congress over the ongoing Iran conflict, which critics say has proceeded without proper congressional authorization.

The move represents the fourth attempt by the House to limit presidential war powers in relation to Iran. Although the resolution passed the House, it still faces major hurdles in the Republican-controlled Senate, where its future remains uncertain.

Even if the Senate approves the measure, it would still require the president’s signature to become law. Trump is widely expected to veto the resolution, which would then require a two-thirds majority in both chambers to override.

Several Republicans who supported the vote said Congress must reassert its constitutional authority over decisions of war and peace. One lawmaker said the vote was based on conscience and the belief that only Congress has the power to declare war.

Democratic leaders described the vote as a significant bipartisan rebuke of the administration’s handling of the Iran conflict. They argued that the war has increased regional instability, driven up global energy prices, and reduced chances for diplomatic resolution.

The Iran conflict began in late February when US and Israeli strikes triggered a wider regional escalation. Iran responded with attacks on Israel and US-aligned Gulf states, followed by further exchanges of military action in the region.

Despite earlier ceasefire attempts, hostilities have continued, including recent US strikes and Iranian retaliatory actions targeting allied countries in the Gulf. The situation has further strained already fragile diplomatic efforts.

President Trump, meanwhile, has defended his administration’s approach, saying negotiations with Iran are progressing and a potential agreement could be reached soon. He stated that military pressure has been part of a broader strategy aimed at forcing a deal.