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After midterm stinging defeat, Trump is left to weigh his next move in Iran war

As he takes stock of his Republican Party's midterm drubbing, US President Donald Trump now faces the difficult question of what to do about his unpopular war against Iran. Trump acknowledged the war affected the midterms, suggesting voters were frustrated by surging gas prices that have been a byproduct of the more than 8-month-old conflict. FRANCE 24's International Affairs Editor Philip Turle tells us more.

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Trump after the midterms: Gridlock, impeachment and succession?

Following the US midterms, US President Donald Trump could face a turbulent final two years in office. From budget battles to potential impeachment proceedings, what does the new political balance of power mean for his presidency? FRANCE 24's International Affairs Editor Philip Turle breaks it down.

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US Midterms: 'It is now going to be pretty chaotic for Donald Trump'

The Democrats' victory in the midterm elections have left Donald Trump in a difficult position for the rest of his mandate. The now "blue" House of Representatives will decide the budget, which Trump will have to accept and follow. FRANCE 24's international affairs editor Philip Turle has more.

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Blue wave sweeps across America: 'In 1974, we had Watergate babies, now we have Iran War babies'

Stuart Norval welcomes France 24 International Affairs Editor Philip Turle and Hind Ziane, Geopolitical analyst and founder / CEO of Genpo. "In 1974, we had the Watergate babies. Now we have the Iran War babies," remarks Ziane with this striking historical analogy. Just as the Watergate scandal helped propel a new generation of Democratic lawmakers into Congress in 1974, Zian argues that public disillusionment with the Iran war, mounting economic pressures and dissatisfaction with Donald Trump's leadership may now be reshaping the American political landscape. Yet Turle reminds us, "They're no

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US midterms: Will Trump stick to his word and accept results?

Donald Trump struck a conciliatory note following sweeping victory for the in the midterm elections, telling The New York Times he was "absolutely willing" to accept the defeat. But the “crucial question” is whether Trump will stick to his word and abide by the results, given his history of questioning election outcomes, says France 24’s Philip Turle.