US Congress authorizes military force against Iraq in Joint Resolution, a historic decision.

The US Congress passed the Joint Resolution to Authorize the Use of United States Armed Forces Against Iraq amidst growing concerns over Iraq's alleged possession of weapons of mass destruction and its support for terrorism. The resolution granted President George W. Bush the authority to use military force in Iraq to disarm the country of such weapons and to remove Saddam Hussein from power. The passing of the resolution marked a significant turning point in US foreign policy, leading to the invasion of Iraq and the subsequent ousting of Saddam Hussein. The decision was met with both strong support and fierce opposition both domestically and internationally. Proponents argued that it was necessary to confront the perceived threat posed by Iraq, while opponents raised concerns about the legality and consequences of military intervention. The aftermath of the resolution saw the start of the Iraq War, a lengthy and contentious conflict that resulted in the loss of thousands of lives and significant political and social upheaval in the region. The failure to find weapons of mass destruction in Iraq undermined the initial justifications for the war and sparked debate about the intelligence used to justify the invasion. #IraqWar #UnitedStates #CongressResolution