Trump weighs next move in Iran war after midterm losses

President Donald Trump is reassessing his approach to the eight-month-old war with Iran following significant Republican losses in the midterm elections, where voter dissatisfaction with the conflict was a key factor. Trump has signaled he remains committed to his current strategy despite the political fallout. The war has caused tens of billions of dollars in regional damage and driven up global gas prices, contributing to economic strain for families. Trump faces options ranging from maintaining current defensive strikes and naval blockades to targeting Iran's underground nuclear facility or launching massive infrastructure attacks, though escalation risks worsening energy costs. Regional officials and analysts warn of heightened tensions, with concerns that Trump may feel less restrained politically. While about 60% of voters deemed the war a mistake, it was not the top issue for most, trailing cost of living and corruption concerns. Trump maintains he would not change his approach.