Conflict Drags

• The U.S. House of Representatives voted for a third time to approve a war powers resolution to end the war in Iran. • This legislative decision aims to halt President Donald Trump’s ability to continue military actions without the explicit approval of Congress. • The move creates a direct legal challenge to executive authority over military engagements and foreign conflict management.

• The U.S. House of Representatives voted for a third time to pass a war powers resolution to end the war in Iran. • The approved resolution aims to stop President Donald Trump from continuing military actions without the explicit approval of Congress. • This legislative move creates a direct conflict between the House and the executive branch over the legal authority to conduct foreign military operations.

• The U.S. House of Representatives voted for a third time to end the war in Iran by approving a war powers resolution. • This resolution would stop President Donald Trump from continuing military actions in the region without explicit congressional approval. • The decision limits the executive branch's authority to conduct warfare and shifts control over military engagement back to Congress.

• The U.S. House of Representatives voted for a third time to pass a war powers resolution to end the war in Iran. • This legislative action aims to stop President Donald Trump from continuing military operations without the explicit approval of Congress. • The decision creates a legal check on executive power regarding the use of military force in the region.

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Explosions lit up Tehran skyline as Israel launched new airstrikes but by morning joggers were in the parkMiddle East crisis – live updatesThe days after Nowruz, the Persian New Year, are usually a bustling time in Tehran, with spring arriving, trees blossoming, businesses reopening after the holidays, and people returning to work and school.This year, however, Iranians are trying to maintain a semblance of ordinary life against the constant backdrop of explosions, airstrikes – and a conflict many fear may drag on for weeks or months. Continue reading...