United states: The US House of Representatives has intensified its efforts to cease military operations against Iran by adopting a resolution urging President Donald Trump to withdraw US forces from unauthorized military actions. The resolution, passed on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, saw 220 votes in favor and 204 against, with all present Democrats and seven Republicans supporting the measure.

According to Burkina Information Agency, this is the third time the House has passed such a resolution since the conflict began, marking a slight increase in bipartisan support compared to previous votes, where only four Republican members endorsed similar proposals. The resolution is based on the "War Powers Act," which underscores Congress's authority in approving extended military engagements.

Previously, similar resolutions were passed by the House in June and July 2026. Although the Senate also approved a resolution to end the war, it failed to advance due to inadequate backing from Republican senators.

The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) reports that the war's financial toll has surpassed $38 billion, with an estimated additional cost of $3 billion per month if operations persist. This financial strain accompanies the broader economic impacts, including rising energy prices and inflation, as the country approaches the midterm elections set for November 3, 2026.

In a related development, Republican Representative Thomas Massie has initiated impeachment proceedings against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, alleging unauthorized military operations against Iran. The Pentagon has denied these allegations, maintaining its confidence in the Defense Secretary's actions.

The ongoing debate over military engagement with Iran continues to be a pivotal issue as the political landscape shifts ahead of the crucial midterm elections, which will determine control of both congressional chambers.