US carries out 'limited strikes' on Iran's Qeshm Island ahead of midterms
Officials carried out strikes on the island in the Strait of Hormuz
TL;DR
- The US carried out "defensive" strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island.
- The strikes are described as limited and not a resumption of major combat operations.
- These actions occurred on the eve of crucial midterm elections.
- Officials stated the strikes were in self-defense and a response to Tehran targeting maritime shipping and American assets.
- President Trump hinted at renewing attacks on Iran after the midterms but also expressed optimism about reaching a deal.
- Iranian negotiators are in Doha for talks to end the eight-month war.
- President Trump reiterated his demand that Iran not possess a nuclear weapon.
- China and Russia have spoken out against the possibility of renewed military action.