Topic: Iran

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MAGA: Why Trump's most loyal supporters are turning against him?

Is Trump losing the support of the very coalition that brought him back to power? Just one day before the midterm elections, Trump's approval rating stands at 32%, one of the lowest ever recorded at this stage of a presidency. And discontent is growing beyond Democratic voters. Some of Trump's most loyal Republican and MAGA supporters are increasingly torn between political loyalty and economic reality. The war in Iran, rising costs linked to the Strait of Hormuz blockade, unfulfilled “America First” promises and other controversial issues, including the Epstein files scandal, are widening the

2 Nov 2026, 19:54 UTC

World

Iran pushing accelerated plan for ceasefire talks with US

Tehran says plan has been condensed and can be implemented within two days as it continues talks with mediators.

2 Nov 2026, 19:07 UTC

Politics

What might Trump have planned for Iran following the midterm election?

While the US midterms could open a window for diplomacy with Iran, they could also unleash a new military escalation. DW spoke with analysts to identify eight factors that could tip the balance toward war or peace.

2 Nov 2026, 18:04 UTC

Politics

Iran offers deal on Hormuz Strait, Netanyahu wants to 'finish the job'

Iran said Monday it had a two-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and resume nuclear talks with the United States, shortening a process originally expected to take seven days. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he wanted to "finish the job" first. FRANCE 24's International Affairs Editor Angela Diffley has more.

2 Nov 2026, 17:52 UTC

Politics

Iran engages US in 'intensive' negotiations to avert fresh war outbreak

Tehran on Monday said that the country was holding "intensive" indirect talks with Washington to avoid a fresh round of US attacks on Iran ahead of the US midterm elections this week. Foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei shared Iranian plans to reopen blockaded energy corridor, the Strait of Hormuz, if the US were to meet its demands.

2 Nov 2026, 17:52 UTC

World

China steps up Middle East diplomacy with Iran and Oman meetings

Beijing urges dialogue on US-Iran war, sends envoy to Gulf as Xi hosts first Omani head of state visit since 1978.

2 Nov 2026, 17:03 UTC

World

Trump, US midterms, Tehran: 8 key factors driving Iran war

While the US midterms could open a window for diplomacy with Iran, they could also unleash a new military escalation. DW spoke to analysts to identify eight factors that could tip the balance towards war or peace.

2 Nov 2026, 16:02 UTC

World

How US oil firms profit $130bn from Iran war as household bills surge

As energy from the Gulf and Russia take a hit, American oil and gas firms are the big gainers.

2 Nov 2026, 14:59 UTC

World

How would Tehran respond if the US and Israel bomb Iran again?

Iran has retained significant offensive capability, but civilians and critical infrastructure remain largely exposed.

2 Nov 2026, 14:28 UTC

World

Iran says US talks could resume ‘within a short period’ if demands are met

Esmaeil Baghaei said Qatar is facilitating indirect talks based on Iran’s seven-step peace plan.

2 Nov 2026, 13:26 UTC

Politics

'Give them the hammer': Trump threatens Iran ahead of midterms

US President Donald Trump on Sunday reiterated his threat to resume strikes against Iran, telling a campaign rally that he may have to give Tehran "the hammer" at some unspecified time. Trump had previously said he would not strike Iran again before the upcoming US midterm elections.

2 Nov 2026, 11:46 UTC

Business

Crude oil prices sell off more than 7% on Iran peace talk hopes ahead of U.S. midterms

Oil fell Monday, amid news that both the U.S. and Iran are pursuing diplomacy amid ongoing Mideast tensions

2 Nov 2026, 10:43 UTC

World

Ryanair says it may freeze workers' pay and raise airfares

The airline says fuel prices may rise by €2bn in 2028 unless there is an end to the US-Israel war with Iran.

2 Nov 2026, 08:20 UTC

World

Iran killed her teenage daughter - now she is facing up to the regime

Samira's 16-year-old daughter Sevda was shot dead as they took part in mass protests in January.

2 Nov 2026, 06:47 UTC

Business

Rubio says Trump wants to end Iran war 'peacefully' even as both sides prepare for strikes

The remarks come as reports suggest that both sides are gearing up for additional military strikes after the U.S. midterm elections.

2 Nov 2026, 03:36 UTC

Politics

Iran warns renewed war with US could outlast previous conflict

Iran on Sunday said that a renewed war with the United States could last longer than the previous round of fighting, as President Donald Trump suggested that Washington still had targets to strike. Tehran threatened retaliation without geographical limits while diplomatic efforts continued to avert a fresh escalation ahead of Tuesday's US midterm elections.

2 Nov 2026, 00:35 UTC