US Elections: Republican Setback Over Iran Policy & Inflation | NAB Summons Maulana Asad Mahmood

US Elections: Republican Setback Over Iran Policy & Inflation | NAB Summons Maulana Fazlur Rehman's Son Asad Mahmood | SJ Media Extra HEADLINES Democrats secure a major victory in the US midterm elections, dealing a setback to Republicans. Gulf countries maintain a neutral diplomatic approach following the election results. China’s regional diplomatic and economic opportunities may increase. Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei says US hostility towards Iran is unlikely to change. Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf says American voters have rejected further military involvement. NAB summons former minister Asad Mahmood over alleged Pakistan Post recruitment irregularities. DESCRIPTION The 2026 US midterm elections have changed the political balance in Washington, with Democrats securing a major victory over the Republican Party. This programme examines the possible impact on US domestic politics, international relations, Gulf diplomacy, China and Iran, along with an important accountability development in Pakistan. PART 1 – US ELECTIONS & REPUBLICAN SETBACK Democrats’ victory creates a new political challenge for President Donald Trump. Inflation, living costs and public dissatisfaction with government policies remain important factors in the political debate. The new congressional balance may influence legislation and oversight of the administration. PART 2 – GULF COUNTRIES & CHINA Gulf countries are maintaining a cautious and neutral diplomatic approach towards America’s political developments. China may find new diplomatic and economic opportunities as Washington faces a changed political landscape. These developments could influence regional relations. PART 3 – IRAN’S RESPONSE & JOE KENT Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei says a change in America’s political balance will not necessarily change Washington’s approach towards Tehran. Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf says American voters have rejected further military involvement and Iran supports this message. Former US National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent has also discussed the political and economic consequences of continuing the confrontation. His assessment adds another dimension to the debate. PART 4 – PAKISTAN POST & NAB Pakistan’s National Accountability Bureau has summoned former federal minister Asad Mahmood on November 10, 2026. The inquiry concerns alleged irregularities in Pakistan Post recruitment, including appointments beyond approved vacancies, documentation and domicile quota issues. These are allegations under investigation, not proven charges. SJ MEDIA EXTRA ANALYSIS A balanced and independent analysis by Sahibzada Saleel Javed, Senior Analyst at SJ Media Extra, with 28 years of journalistic experience. The programme focuses on verified reporting, political developments, international relations and public awareness. SOURCES & REFERENCES Associated Press (AP) – US election developments. Reuters – Iran’s political response. Al Jazeera – International reactions. Dawn – Iranian leadership statements. Atlantic Council – Gulf and China regional perspectives. Dunya News – NAB inquiry involving Asad Mahmood. Aaj English – Pakistan Post recruitment investigation. Joe Kent’s public remarks and interview coverage. KEYWORDS US Midterm Elections 2026, Democrats Win, Republican Setback, Donald Trump, US Politics, Gulf Countries, China, Iran, Mojtaba Khamenei, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Joe Kent, Pakistan News, NAB, Asad Mahmood, Pakistan Post, International Relations, SJ Media Extra, Sahibzada Saleel Javed. HASHTAGS #USMidtermElections #USPolitics #Iran #China #GulfCountries #PakistanNews #NAB #AsadMahmood #InternationalRelations #SJMediaExtra DISCLAIMER This programme is for news reporting, educational purposes and public awareness. Analysis and opinions are independent and do not represent endorsement of any political party, government or organisation. Allegations are reported as allegations and do not establish guilt. Information is based on publicly available sources at the time of publication.