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US senator moves to limit Trump's war powers on Iran, as Mideast conflict escalates
- On Monday, Senator Tim Kaine introduced a War Powers Resolution to require congressional approval before the U.S. takes offensive action against Iran amid escalating Middle East conflict.
- The resolution responds to Israeli attacks on Iran's nuclear sites and Iranian missile retaliation, aiming to prevent unauthorized military engagement without explicit congressional authorization.
- Kaine highlighted that the Constitution assigns Congress the sole responsibility for authorizing war, and the proposed resolution requires Congress to quickly hold a debate and vote before deploying U.S. military forces.
- Kaine emphasized that engaging in a conflict with Iran would not serve the country’s security interests unless such a war is essential for protecting the United States, and he also expressed that it is time to pursue an agreement.
- If passed, the resolution would reinforce congressional war powers and could limit the president's ability to engage militarily with Iran, reflecting concerns about avoiding another prolonged conflict.
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