Iran views the US mid-term election results as a victory, yet remains cautious regarding American intentions. Al Jazeera reported that Iran believes the loss of majority control in both the House of Representatives and the Senate by the Republican Party and President Donald Trump will constrain the US from resuming military operations against Iran. However, Iranian officials remain extremely cautious, noting that the US military still maintains a massive presence in the Middle East and that recent statements from Donald Trump could be deceptive. Iran reiterated that it will not advance diplomatic negotiations with Washington any further unless the US takes practical steps that meet the seven conditions proposed by the Iranian side.