AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): The Republican-controlled Senate on Wednesday rejected the latest Democratic attempt to halt Trump's military aggression against Iran, opposing a measure that would have required the U.S. administration to withdraw its forces from the conflict unless Congress authorized military action.
The measure received 47 votes in favor and 52 against, marking the fourth time this year (2026) that the Senate has blocked an effort to restrict Trump's war powers in this conflict, a military aggression that Democrats consider illegal and unjustified.
Republicans, however, claim they trust Trump's leadership and point to concerns about Iran's nuclear capability and the heavy consequences of a troop withdrawal. Nevertheless, some Republican lawmakers are calling for a swift end to the war and have emphasized that this trust in the executive branch may not be permanent.
Some Republicans have also announced that they are looking to future votes that could become a significant test for the U.S. president if the war continues.
Under the 1973 War Powers Act, Congress must declare war or authorize the use of military force within 60 days of the start of a conflict, a deadline that falls at the end of this month.
American media outlets report that the act also allows for a 30-day extension of this deadline, but lawmakers have emphasized that the administration must soon present a plan to end the war.
Republican Senator Thom Tillis of North Carolina told reporters on Wednesday, "After 60 or 90 days, it's decision time."
White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt told reporters on Wednesday, "At this time, we remain engaged in these negotiations and talks."
The U.S. government spokesperson added that the next round of negotiations will "most likely" be held, as before, in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan.
She said, "These talks are ongoing, and we are optimistic and have a positive feeling about the prospect of reaching an agreement."
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