Netanyahu seeks new strikes on Iran after US midterms

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is pushing for another wave of strikes on Iran after Tuesday's U.S. midterm elections, according to two regional officials and a third person familiar with the matter. Netanyahu pressed for strikes during a weekend call with President Donald Trump, who would not commit to military action. Diplomatic efforts have progressed, with mediators advancing a framework for Iran to halt Strait of Hormuz attacks in exchange for the U.S. lifting its port blockade. U.S. allies in the Middle East warn further strikes would destabilize the region. Iran says it has a two-day plan to reopen the strait and resume nuclear talks if Washington meets conditions, including lifting sanctions on oil sales.