US: More Republicans join as House of Reps passes resolution to end Iran war for third time

The United States House of Representatives has passed a third War Powers resolution aimed at halting military operations against Iran, initiated by President Donald Trump without congressional approval. This marks the third vote on similar measures in recent weeks, with a modest increase in Republican support. The resolution passed with a narrow margin of 220-204, following the release of a Congressional Budget Office report that projects the conflict has cost over $38 billion and is depleting United States interceptor reserves, which could take years to replenish.

Initially, only four Republicans backed earlier initiatives; now, seven have joined their Democratic counterparts. The War Powers Act mandates congressional authorization for extended military actions, though the Constitution grants the president the role of commander-in-chief, potentially subjecting any legislation to a presidential veto.