Mid-term elections and the future of Tehran-Washington relations Mohammad Hoshi Sadat, professor of regional studies at Tehran University in "Iran": wrote: The mid-term elections of the American Congress on November 3, equal to November 3, will affect the political balance of power in Washington. Changing the composition of the House of Representatives and the Senate could affect the Trump administration's powers and the White House's interaction with Congress. The victory of the Democrats does not necessarily lead to a fundamental change in American policy towards Iran. The strengthening of the Republicans does not necessarily lead to the strengthening of Washington's policy of confrontation against Tehran. The impact of the elections on foreign policy depends on the balance of power, the decision-making mechanisms and regional and international developments. The change in the composition of Congress alone does not mean a definite change in America's attitude towards Iran. Read the full text here.