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This Concurrent Resolution, passed by both the House of Representatives and the Senate, directs the President to end the involvement of United States Armed Forces in hostilities against Iran, as permitted by Section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, a law that limits the President's ability to commit U.S. forces to combat without congressional approval. This directive applies to any involvement in combat roles or occupation, unless Congress has formally declared war or specifically authorized military action against Iran. However, the resolution includes important exceptions, clarifying that it does not prevent the U.S. from defending itself, its forces, diplomatic sites, or allies from immediate attacks, nor does it require the withdrawal of troops in the region who are not actively engaged in hostilities against Iran, or those present for defensive purposes. Additionally, the resolution ensures that intelligence gathering, analysis, and sharing related to threats from Iran or surrounding countries will not be disrupted, provided the President deems it appropriate and in the national security interest. Finally, it explicitly states that this resolution does not authorize the use of military force.