US strike hits Iran's Qeshm Island as Hormuz deal emerges

The United States struck Iran's Qeshm Island, according to US officials, as reported by the Wall Street Journal, following explosions on the island located in the Strait of Hormuz. The attack is part of a series of limited, deliberately low-profile US strikes in recent weeks, intended to avoid signaling a resumption of a major military campaign. Iran's state media confirmed the explosions, while US Central Command did not immediately comment. Tehran stated a deal could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days. President Donald Trump said he was not considering striking Iran after Tuesday's midterm elections, despite Washington and Tehran being at war since February 28.