A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.

This joint resolution would direct the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless Congress has specifically declared war or authorized the use of military force. The proposal clarifies that these restrictions would not prevent the United States from defending itself, its personnel, or its facilities against an attack.

This resolution directly affects the President of the United States and the U.S. Armed Forces by requiring the removal of military personnel from hostilities involving Iran unless specifically authorized by Congress. It also impacts U.S. personnel and facilities located in other nations, as the resolution maintains the authority to defend these individuals and assets from attack.

• Removal of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities. Directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless Congress has enacted a formal declaration of war or a specific authorization for the use of military force.
• Preservation of self-defense authorities. Clarifies that the resolution does not prevent the United States from defending itself, its personnel, or its facilities in other nations against an attack.

The resolution clarifies that its requirements do not supersede the existing authority of the United States to defend against attacks on its territory, personnel, or facilities abroad.

The resolution aims to require the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless Congress has specifically authorized such actions through a declaration of war or a formal authorization for the use of military force. It intends to preserve the ability of the United States to defend against attacks on its territory, personnel, or facilities abroad while ensuring congressional oversight of military engagements.