Iran war: Why US midterms could be a pivotal moment
Rising prices and opposition to war may pressure Trump to de-escalate until after the midterms, analysts say.

Rising prices and opposition to war may pressure Trump to de-escalate until after the midterms, analysts say.









Syrian authorities undertake first such destruction in over a decade as former government officials face trial.
Houthis attempt to cut road linking Taiz to al-Makha in apparent bid to sever government’s strategic supply route.

An Iranian drone attack damaged a residential building in Kuwait, authorities say, with no casualties reported.
Explosions and gunfire rock Baidoa as armed groups strike during South West State’s political tensions.
The Netherlands has $83.7bn worth of gold in domestic and foreign reserves.

US President Donald Trump has threatened further attacks on Iran and says the military destroyed a mine-laying rocket.

EU ministers in Ireland have announced a mission to support Lebanon’s army but remain divided on sanctions on Israel.
Appeals panel says only military tribunals may assess court-martial convictions in blow to former Afghan war prisoner.
Xi Jinping’s historic Egypt visit aims to strengthen China-Egypt ties amid rising Middle East tensions.