US weighs Iran strikes as Israel faces political deadlock

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The United States is weighing renewed military action against Iran while Israel faces political uncertainty after an inconclusive election, with President Donald Trump hinting at possible strikes after the November 3 midterms. Trump told a rally in Iowa he may need to give Tehran "the hammer" but will not attack before the vote, citing productive talks. Vice President JD Vance sent a letter to Iran's national security chief, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio said diplomacy is preferred. Iranian negotiators met Qatari mediators in Doha for a third day, with Tehran ready for "both defence and diplomacy." Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei ordered forces prepared, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged Trump to strike after the midterms.


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