‘Seismic shift’: World reacts to US midterm election results

Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress in U.S. midterm elections, dealing a significant defeat to President Donald Trump and Republicans. The results drew immediate international attention, with foreign leaders assessing implications for U.S. foreign policy on Iran, Ukraine, and trade. Iran's parliament speaker said voters rejected war, while Israeli opposition figures warned that Netanyahu's political standing had weakened globally.

European leaders expressed cautious optimism about potential shifts in U.S. support for Ukraine and climate initiatives. Iran's Supreme Leader countered that partisan changes in Washington would not alter U.S. hostility toward Tehran. Trump acknowledged that the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran likely contributed to Republican losses, citing voter concerns over gasoline prices.