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Iran war: Why US midterms could be a pivotal moment

2 articles from Al Jazeera, The Hill.

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President Trump is facing pressure to avoid escalating tensions with Iran ahead of the midterm elections, as rising prices and opposition to war could damage Republican prospects. Analysts suggest Trump may seek de-escalation until after the midterms, while the U.S. military remains strained following a recent wave of strikes on Iran.

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Trump under pressure to contain Iran fighting as midterms near

President Trump is under pressure to avoid an escalatory spiral after launching the largest wave of strikes on Iran in weeks, with the U.S. military strained and the midterm elections rapidly approaching. Trump on Wednesday downplayed the Iran war's negative impact on Republican…