"I think Iran is in a wait-and-see moment to see if the war escalates, because Congress is working to cut funding or severely limit funding. " ~ Ian Kelly, former US ambassador, via DW, November 12, 2026 - ᅠ Iran is waiting for Democrats to take over Congress and cut funding for the war. The US spends money and political will. Subscribe to CSOFT Media for more on the changing strategic landscape in West Asia. @CSOFTMedia.