A resolution has been introduced in the House of Representatives calling for a naval blockade of Iran. The resolution (H.CON.RES 362) has gained at least 169 co-sponsors over the last 3 weeks. It demands that the President impose "stringent inspection requirements on all persons, vehicles, ships, planes, trains and cargo entering or departing Iran." A Senate resolution (S.RES 580) is moving with similar speed.

This resolution is a unilateral measure acting outside of the established international efforts to contain Iran's nuclear ambitions. It undercuts the effectiveness of those international efforts at a time when we can least afford to show less than a united front. In addition, a naval blockade is internationally recognized as an act of war. Such a blockade would leave Iran little choice but to attack, leading to a third war for the United States.

We must work within the international framework to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons. If war is necessary, then we will need the support of the international community.

Call your congressman and your Senators, and tell them to oppose these resolutions!

To view the House Resolution, click here.
To view the Senate Resolution, click here.