Iran, Taunting Trump Over Gas Prices, Braces for Aftermath of Midterm Elections NYT - Top Stories By: Michael Crowley 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. © Brandon Tauszik for The New York TimesPresident Trump is wary of military escalation that could drive oil prices even higher and anger voters who already mostly oppose the Iran conflict.
Report: US military has plan to deploy largest bomb against Iran if fighting resumes The Times of Israel 15 October 2026 at 14:55 GBU-43/B, dubbed 'mother of all bombs,' could be used, CNN reports; Trump jokes he may have killed 'too many' Iranian leaders as Tehran accuses US of fomenting unrest