US says Iran strike possible 'tomorrow' despite earlier pledge

President Donald Trump said US forces could strike Iran as soon as Sunday, October 25, despite earlier pledging no attack before the midterm elections, while also floating the possibility of a negotiated deal. Speaking after voting in Florida on Saturday, Trump refused to reveal military plans, saying "maybe tomorrow," but noted a chance for a "nice, big, beautiful agreement." Tehran issued conflicting accounts, with one official claiming readiness to reopen the Strait of Hormuz if the US lifted its naval blockade, while another denied new proposals. The Strait of Hormuz carries global oil shipments, with 28 vessel attacks reported in October amid the US-Israeli war with Iran. US intelligence warned of increased Iranian targeting of American personnel overseas, prompting some diplomatic staff withdrawals.