Trump predicts Iran war end after midterms

President Donald Trump predicted on Wednesday that the war with Iran would conclude "immediately after" the upcoming November 3 midterm elections, stating that Tehran is prolonging the conflict to influence the U.S. vote and secure a nuclear weapon. Speaking to reporters before departing for a Republican midterm convention, Trump asserted that Iran is "desperate to try and affect the election" by keeping the conflict alive, aiming for a "nice weak group of people" in Congress who would allow Tehran to develop nuclear capabilities. "All they want is a nuclear weapon, and if they had a nuclear weapon, the whole world is in deep trouble," Trump said. The president also indicated that the United States is not actively seeking renewed negotiations with Iran, though he left open the possibility that talks could occur. "We are not looking for negotiations with Iran," Trump stated, adding that while a negotiation "could possibly happen, but its not something we are looking at." He suggested that his administration's objectives extend beyond a nuclear agreement, implying broader concessions would be sought. Trump's remarks come amid heightened tensions and maritime attacks. The U.S.