India, Nov. 4 -- Political leaders from several countries reacted on Wednesday as the Democrats registered an impressive show in the US midterm elections, dealing a huge blow to President Donald Trump.

The results are expected to have implications beyond American politics, particularly for international trade, security, energy prices and Washington's relations with its allies.

While some leaders described the outcome as a sign of changing political sentiment among American voters, others warned that the result could deepen political divisions in the US and complicate decision-making during the remainder of Trump's term.

Iranian leaders welcomed the result as a rejection of Trump's policies but cautioned against expecting a change in Wa...