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Following the midterm elections, Donald Trump is weighing his next steps in the Iran war, which PBS NewsHour reported contributed to Republican losses. Analysts say the decision carries major consequences for Iran, the Middle East and the global economy. PBS NewsHour reported that international reaction to the Democratic wave has been strong, and that Democrats plan to use their new House and Senate position to shape foreign policy. Anne Applebaum, speaking on NPR, said a Democratic Congress could change parts of Trump's foreign policy but not others.