Iran's cheeky 'Hazardous Waste' jab at Trump after Republicans' midterm drubbing

Iran's Embassy in India posted an AI-generated video mocking Donald Trump after Republican midterm setbacks. The sarcastic clip reflects how strained Tehran-Washington ties spilled into online political messaging.Iran mocks Trump with 'Hazardous Waste' meme after midterm drubbing; 'Regime change in US'New Delhi,Nov 4, 2026 16:59 ISTIran's Embassy in India took a swipe at US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, sharing an AI-generated video showing him being carried by four men and dumped into a trash bin labelled "Hazardous Waste". The sarcastic post came a day after Democrats scored sweeping victories in the November 3 US midterm elections, winning control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate.The video, shared on the embassy's official X account, showed a sleepy and visibly worn-out Trump being carried away by four men resembling White House officials or security personnel before being thrown into the dumpster. The caption was brief but pointed: "The U.S. midterm elections", accompanied by a laughing emoji.The post drew reactions from social media users, several of whom joined in mocking the US President and his policies. "Today is the best day for DEMOCRACY," one user wrote.Another thanked Iran's leadership, saying, "International trash thrown in the dustbin." "Trump must accept defeat in his totally unjust, unlawful, anti-human Iran war he initiated," another user commented.The U.S. midterm elections https://t.co/KDm874Cb1f— Iran in India (@Iran_in_India) November 4, 2026Others took aim at Trump's repeated calls for regime change abroad. "Mf**** wanted regime change in all the world and now his own seat is f****d," one comment read. Another quipped, "Regime change in both US and Israel instead of Iran. What an irony!"IRAN SAYS AMERICANS VOTED AGAINST WARThe embassy's meme was not Tehran's only response to the Republican setback. Iran also used the election results to target Trump's handling of the conflict between Washington and Tehran.Iran's chief negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, said American voters had sent a clear message against war and rising living costs. "Conscience or the cost of living, Americans said NO TO WAR, and we endorse this message," Ghalibaf wrote on X.The conflict began in February following US-Israeli strikes on Iranian targets and has since remained largely at a stalemate. The hostilities have also pushed fuel prices higher, adding to the economic pressure on American households.Trump acknowledged that the Iran war may have contributed to the Republicans' poor performance, although he maintained that voters understood his approach towards Tehran.WHAT THE DEMOCRATIC TAKEOVER MEANS FOR TRUMPThe Democratic takeover of both chambers of Congress could significantly complicate Trump's remaining time in office. Democrats will have greater powers to investigate his administration, scrutinise its decisions and influence government spending, potentially putting several of his policy priorities under pressure.However, the electoral setback does not strip Trump of his presidential powers. He can still veto legislation, issue executive orders and take key foreign policy decisions.Trump has also indicated that he could resume large-scale military operations against Iran if diplomatic efforts fail.The midterm results have weakened his political position at home, while giving Tehran fresh ammunition to criticise his policies. How Trump navigates an increasingly hostile Congress, particularly as the Iran conflict continues, will now be closely watched.- Ends