A resolution to urge the United States Congress and the President of the United States to take all appropriate diplomatic steps to de-escalate violence and avoid further military conflict in the Middle East involving Iran and Israel.

HR 140 is a non-binding House resolution urging the U.S. Congress and President to prioritize diplomacy over military action to de-escalate tensions between Iran and Israel. It calls for diplomatic engagement, a permanent ceasefire, and restraint to avoid wider conflict, citing risks to civilians, global energy markets, and U.S. military entanglement. The resolution specifically directs the President, Secretary of State, and Secretary of Defense to avoid unauthorized military steps and work with international allies. It does not create new laws or affect specific groups, but formally expresses congressional support for diplomatic solutions to the Middle East crisis.