Trump Signals Shift on Iran Strikes Ahead of Midterms

President Donald Trump expressed doubt about launching further military strikes on Iran, signaling a potential deal with Tehran just before the US midterm elections. He said "no" when asked if he was considering an attack after the vote. Trump stated an agreement with Iran "could happen," adding that Tehran wants a resolution "as soon as possible." Vice President JD Vance said progress has been made in talks. Trump reiterated his key demand that Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons, claiming recent strikes had eliminated top Iranian leaders. Oil prices fell over seven percent on optimism about ending the eight-month conflict, which had spiked due to Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Iran confirmed "intensive" indirect talks via Qatari and Pakistani mediators. Republicans seek to keep Congress, while Democrats hope to gain control.