S.Res. 722 Introduced International Affairs

A resolution addressing the politicization of war crimes allegations against allied special operations forces.

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Agreed to in Senate
Sponsor Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA] Introduced April 30, 2026 Cosponsors 1 (1 R) Latest action April 30, 2026

Summary

This resolution honors the service and sacrifice of the armed forces of the United Kingdom, Australia, and other partner nations that fought alongside U.S. troops in Afghanistan, Iraq, and other collective security and counterterrorism missions. The resolution expresses concern that retrospective, politically motivated accusations and investigations of war crimes against the forces of U.S. allies are harmful to alliance unity and servicemember confidence.

Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Library of Congress.

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Actions

  1. Apr 30, 2026 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2182)
  2. Apr 30, 2026 Submitted in Senate

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