Trump left with ‘no good options’ to end Iran war after crushing US midterms defeat

What happened: Republican losses in the US midterm elections highlighted unpopularity of the war in Iran, with attention on Washington's next moves and whether results could speed an end to the conflict. Why it matters: Experts remain sceptical, arguing the results will cripple the Trump administration and force a strategy rethink but leave the broader US position unchanged, making a protracted war more likely than diplomatic talks. Coverage: 8 outlets in 24h

Republican losses in the US midterm elections highlighted unpopularity of the war in Iran, with attention on Washington's next moves and whether results could speed an end to the conflict.

Experts remain sceptical, arguing the results will cripple the Trump administration and force a strategy rethink but leave the broader US position unchanged, making a protracted war more likely than diplomatic talks.