According to US media reports, Ali al-Thawadi, strategic affairs advisor to the Qatari Foreign Minister, stated that the Iranian leadership is waiting to see if the US midterm elections will change the US policy stance towards Iran. He added that Iran views a previous letter from US Vice President Vance as a gesture of respect and acknowledges Vance's admission that the war was a mistake. Sawadi stated that Iran now hopes the US will take concrete action on an issue that appears to have become a consensus between Democrats and Republicans.

[China's central bank increases gold reserves for 24th consecutive month] China's central bank: China's gold reserves reached 78.3 million ounces at the end of October, up from 77.47 million ounces at the end of September, marking the 24th consecutive month of increases in gold reserves.

Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister: In the past few weeks, we have worked with the US government to de-escalate regional tensions. The US government's intention to reach a solution remains after the midterm elections. We cannot wait for a perfect agreement; we hope to reach a good one. We should not listen to the voices of radicals who want to hijack the negotiation process. We have accomplished much, and I believe we can reach a solution. I have spoken with all the foreign ministers in the region to push for a solution. The Iranian issue cannot remain unresolved; we cannot afford another escalation. The recent escalation has brought no benefit to the region. The best way to unite all parties in the region is to address their concerns.

Qatari Prime Minister: The US government is still willing to seek solutions even after the midterm elections.

US President Trump: Both Russia and Ukraine want to resolve the issue.

US President Trump: Iran built some air defense equipment, and we destroyed it.