Trump cancels US envoys' trip to Pakistan for Iran talks
The trip was intended for discussions regarding the Iran war. The cancellation follows the departure of Iran's top diplomat from Pakistan. (sources: bbc, aljazeera, independent, foxnews, nbcnews)
Trump has called off a planned trip for US envoys to Pakistan aimed at negotiating over the Iran conflict. The decision comes after Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, Araghchi, left Islamabad.
- The trip involved US negotiators Witkoff and Kushner.
- Trump suggested that future discussions could occur via phone.
- The cancellation follows heightened tensions related to Iran.
Why it matters
The cancellation reflects ongoing complexities in US-Iran relations and the diplomatic efforts surrounding the Iran war.
↓ Why this is on ModernAction
2 bills on this issue are moving right now — and the most active one is 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..
SJRES104 · 119th Congress
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.
Where do you stand on this bill?
Takes about 60 seconds
About this bill
What SJRES104 actually does
This story is about the United States cancelling a trip for envoys to Pakistan related to talks about Iran. This bill would require the President to remove U.S. forces from hostilities involving Iran unless Congress authorizes the action.
If passed, it would:
- Would order removal of U.S. forces from unauthorized hostilities with Iran • Would treat U.S. military actions against Iran as "hostilities" under War Powers.
1 other bill moving on this issue
Take action on any of them individually.
This story is about Trump cancels US envoys' trip to Pakistan for Iran talks. This bill would prohibit obligating or spending federal funds for military force “in or against Iran” without a new, specific authorization.
If passed, it would
- Prohibit obligating or spending federal funds for military force “in or against Iran” without a new • Clarify that earlier AUMFs may not be construed to authorize force against Iran (as written.
Top coverage · 11 sources