Iran marks US embassy takeover anniversary with anti-US, anti-Israel rallies

Donald Trump said he has no regrets about the Iran war and argued it was justified, even as polling suggested public disapproval. His remarks signal that he will defend the conflict politically despite negative public opinion, which could shape debate over U.S. policy and accountability.

Al Jazeera examines whether Donald Trump is politically weakened after his party lost both chambers of the US Congress. The analysis weighs his remaining influence against reduced legislative leverage and asks how much he can still shape policy and his party’s future.

Iran has displayed a banner reading “We will kill Trump,” according to The Guardian, amid heightened tensions with Washington. The report says the provocation could tempt President Trump to resume bombing, raising the risk of military escalation.

Republicans are blaming Donald Trump for midterm defeats, with angry party figures openly criticizing his role. Elon Musk’s large financial backing also failed to deliver Texas for the Republicans. The fallout highlights intra-party tensions and the limits of high-profile spending in the midterms.

Adam Hamawy, who volunteered in Gaza, has won a seat in the US Congress, Al Jazeera reported, calling the result historic. His victory adds a Gaza-focused voice to Congress and may signal shifting US politics over the war.