Republican leaders in the US Congress have decided to postpone a vote on a war powers resolution that would require President Donald Trump to withdraw US military forces from Iran. The resolution, brought forth by Democrats, was initially scheduled for a vote in June but was delayed as Republicans struggled to secure enough votes to defeat it. This postponement highlights a growing rift within the Republican Party regarding Trump's military strategy, which has faced increasing criticism from both Democrats and some Republicans. Democratic lawmaker Gregory Meeks stated that he had the votes needed to pass the resolution, indicating a shift in sentiment among lawmakers as public opposition to the war in Iran rises. The ongoing conflict, which has now extended beyond three months, has disrupted global shipping and contributed to rising oil prices in the United States. Under the War Powers Resolution of 1973, Congress must authorize military action within 60 days, a deadline that has now passed. Despite this, Trump has signaled that military leaders should be ready for a potential large-scale assault on Iran if diplomatic negotiations do not yield results.