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After midterm loss, Trump is left to weigh his next move in Iran war that contributed to GOP debacle

Trump weighs whether to keep pressure on Iran or expand strikes after Republicans lost ground as voters blamed the war for higher gasoline prices.

  • Following a midterm rout where his Republican Party lost both chambers of Congress, President Donald Trump faces critical decisions regarding the ongoing conflict with Iran.
  • With roughly two months before the Democratic Congress takes control, Trump weighs three main options: negotiating an interim deal, launching a "Big Shot" military strike, or maintaining the current naval blockade.
  • Iran has offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days if the United States lifts sanctions and naval blockades, though experts like Nate Swanson argue Tehran remains unwilling to make concessions.
  • Vice President Vance blamed the war for the GOP's electoral defeat, while Charles Kupchan warned that an unpredictable Trump might still decide to "finish the job" despite public opposition.
  • Shahin Modarres warned of a "severe war ahead," as Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei ordered military commanders to prepare an "immediate, impactful, and geographically unrestricted response" to any new attacks.
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