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Iran, Taunting Trump Over Gas Prices, Braces for Aftermath of Midterm Elections
20 October 2026 at 10:01
The midterm elections appear to be a factor for both sides in the war as President Trump weighs his next steps.
President Trump is wary of military escalation that could drive oil prices even higher and anger voters who already mostly oppose the Iran conflict.
© Brandon Tauszik for The New York Times
