U.S. House Passes Bill Limiting Trump Authority to Strike Iran

BAGHDAD, Iraq — The U.S. House of Representatives voted 215 to 208 on Wednesday to approve legislation restricting military operation authority against Iran. The bill would prohibit President Donald Trump from conducting war actions against Iran without Congressional approval. Four Republican members joined Democrats in supporting the measure, which passed by a narrow margin. Trump criticized the vote as "divisive" during a statement Thursday. Under the proposed legislation, Trump would be required to withdraw U.S. forces from ongoing conflicts with Iran. The measure requires Senate approval before becoming law, though no specific vote date has been set in the Senate. The bill represents a rare instance of bipartisan agreement, passing with support from all Democratic members. Further details on the Senate timeline were not immediately available.