US Vice President JD Vance has blamed the war with Iran for Republican losses in the midterm elections, saying many voters who backed Donald Trump in 2024 switched to Democrats in 2026. He also cited inflation, the cost of living and US-Israel relations as voter concerns

Tensions between the US and Iran remained high as Tehran warned of an immediate response to threats and demanded that Washington address seven conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Qatar and Egypt stepped up diplomatic efforts to prevent renewed hostilities