The US House of Representatives has passed a resolution to halt American military action in Iran, a symbolic move impacting President Donald Trump. This occurs as negotiations with Tehran to end the war and reopen crucial shipping lanes have stalled.

The US House of Representatives has backed a resolution seeking to halt American military action in Iran -- a symbolic move that deals a political blow to President Donald Trump as efforts to find a deal with Tehran stagnate. Weeks of complicated talks marked by sharp rhetoric and flare-ups of violence have not managed to reach a deal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which is essential to oil supplies. FRANCE 24's International Affairs Editor Kethevane Gorjestani tells us more.