‘Seismic shift’: World reacts to US midterm election results

Key Points:

• Democrats in the US have gained control of both Congressional chambers in the midterm elections, signaling voter dissatisfaction with President Trump and the Republican Party, particularly regarding issues like the US-Israel war on Iran and rising gasoline prices.
• International reactions vary: the EU is cautiously optimistic about potential benefits for Ukraine and global relations, while Iran sees the vote as a rejection of war but warns US hostility toward Tehran will persist regardless of party shifts.
• Israeli opposition leaders interpret the US results as a sign of declining support for Prime Minister Netanyahu, warning that his continued leadership could isolate Israel internationally and strain US-Israel relations.
• Key US allies such as the UK, France, Spain, Greece, Japan, and South Africa emphasize maintaining strong bilateral ties and strategic partnerships despite the political shift, with some highlighting implications for global far-right movements and international cooperation.
• Russia and China adopt a wait-and-see approach, with Russia noting the Democrats' negative stance toward Moscow and China emphasizing a commitment to constructive US relations, while hoping the election results do not derail ongoing diplomatic efforts.