Iranian officials celebrated the rejection of the Republican Party and President Donald Trump by voters in the U.S. midterm elections. Concerns about the Iran war and its impact on fuel prices helped the Democrats win control of Congress. Iran’s chief negotiator praised Americans for saying “no to war” in a social media post. The region remains on edge over possible renewed U.S. military operations against Iran. Talks continue, with Israel pressing for more strikes and other American allies urging restraint. Recent strikes on Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz have raised questions about Washington’s next steps. The strategic waterway has seen repeated attacks since the conflict began.