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 enacted a declaration of war or a formal authorization for 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 and the United States Armed Forces, as it mandates 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 by maintaining the authority to defend them against attacks.

• Removal of Armed Forces from hostilities. Directs the President to withdraw United States Armed Forces from any hostilities within or against Iran that lack a formal declaration of war or specific congressional authorization.
• Preservation of self-defense authorities. Clarifies that the resolution does not restrict the United States from defending itself, its personnel, or its facilities in other countries against an attack.

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

The resolution seeks to require the removal of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities involving Iran unless Congress has specifically authorized such actions through a declaration of war or formal military authorization. It intends to preserve the ability of the United States to defend itself, its personnel, and its facilities against attacks while ensuring that unauthorized offensive military operations are restricted.