This joint resolution mandates the President to withdraw United States Armed Forces from any hostilities within or against Iran that lack explicit congressional authorization. It asserts that Congress holds the sole constitutional power to declare war and has not enacted a declaration of war or specific authorization for military force in this context. The resolution highlights that the President initiated "major combat operations in Iran" on February 28, 2026, deploying over 50,000 troops, without adhering to the 60-day limit or seeking an extension as required by the War Powers Resolution . The directive for removal is issued pursuant to specific statutes that allow for expedited consideration of such resolutions. However, the resolution includes important exceptions, clarifying that it does not prevent the United States from defending against attacks on its personnel or facilities collecting and sharing intelligence related to Iranian threats assisting partner countries attacked by Iran since February 28, 2026, with defensive measures or materiel support . This ensures that defensive actions and intelligence operations can continue while unauthorized offensive hostilities cease.