Trump questions midterm results; Iran war politics
Trump alleged irregularities in the midterms, while Iran denied negotiations with the US and Democrats weigh using the funding deadline to press for an end to the war.
What we know
Walter Bloomberg reports Trump questioning the legitimacy of the midterms, which Adam Cochran rebutted. Iran denies talks absent action on seven conditions, despite peace-deal rumors of a Vance meeting in Doha. Democrats eye the Dec 11 deadline to pressure Trump on the war.
How the story developed
Trump alleged irregularities in the midterms, while Iran denied negotiations with the US and Democrats weigh using the funding deadline to press for an end to the war.
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By the Global Eye 24 desk, with AI assistance. Updated as the story develops. Spot an error? Write to corrections@globaleye24.com.