U.S. strikes Iranian targets near Strait of Hormuz before midterms

independent.co.uk —

The U.S. military conducted defensive strikes against Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz, including Qeshm Island, on the eve of the U.S. midterm elections. A U.S. official described the operation as a limited action against Iranians using surface-to-air missiles against U.S. assets. The strikes occurred despite previous statements from Donald Trump indicating the U.S. would not launch new attacks on Iran prior to the midterms. Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance expressed optimism about reaching a negotiated peace settlement with Tehran. Iranian officials said the ball is in the U.S. court on a prospective deal to end the conflict.


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