U.S. media: If the Republican Party loses the midterm elections, Trump may be more inclined to launch a military strike against Iran.

According to an Axios report on October 31, a U.S. official revealed that if the Republican Party suffers a major defeat in the midterm elections, Trump may become more inclined to order large-scale military action. The official stated: “Once Trump feels humiliated or perceives his power as diminished, he tends to take bold moves—a message that has been conveyed to Iran on multiple occasions. Right now is Iran’s optimal window to strike a deal.” However, a White House official emphasized that the midterm election results will not influence Trump’s decision-making on Iran.