Iran war live: Trump says war caused election wipeout but he ‘had to do it’
President Donald Trump acknowledges that launching the attack on Iran largely caused the Republican Party's midterm election defeat, but maintains the action was necessary to prevent Tehran from developing nuclear weapons.
The admission came as Trump reflected on the consequences of his decision to attack Iran, which has been a major factor in the recent midterm elections that resulted in significant losses for his party. The conflict has drawn international attention and sparked protests across the region.
Election Fallout
Trump's acknowledgment represents a rare moment of political candor from the former president, who typically avoids taking responsibility for policy outcomes. The Republican Party suffered substantial defeats in the midterm elections, with many analysts pointing to the unpopular war as a key factor in voter backlash.
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Iran Response
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei rejected the notion that the US election outcome would alter relations between the two nations. He asserted that US hostility toward Iran would continue regardless of political changes in Washington, maintaining a defiant stance in the face of ongoing tensions.
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