Topic
LightNews LightNews
Politics US Iran

US Strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island

32m

The United States launched limited strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island, and U.S. officials called the action defensive as diplomatic efforts continued ahead of midterm elections.

New York Times
U.S. Military Strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island in What U.S. Officials Call a Defensive Measure

The action was limited, the officials said, with no immediate plans to escalate. The strikes come on the eve of the midterm elections.

U.S. Military Strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island in What U.S. Officials Call a Defensive Measure
Reposts 36 8h
The Guardian
US strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island as Vance voices optimism about a deal

Strikes on eve of US midterms reportedly target surface-to-air missiles being used against US assets The ⁠US launched limited strikes on ​Iran’s Qeshm Island late on Monday, hours after the vice-president, JD Vance, said he was optimistic that diplomatic efforts to end the war were moving in the right direction. The strikes, disclosed by Iranians on social media and confirmed by US Central Command (Centcom), came on the eve of crucial midterm elections in which Donald Trump’s Republican party is expected to be punished by voters. Diplomatic mediators believe it will be clear within two days whether the basis for continued indirect talks between the US and Iran exists. Continue reading. . .

US strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island as Vance voices optimism about a deal
Reposts 37 10h
New York Times
As Trump’s Midterm Deadline Looms, Gulf Countries Brace for Possible Renewal of Iran War

The energy-rich Gulf Arab countries are engaged in a flurry of mediation efforts to avert war between the U. S. and Iran, as many fear that the fighting will be worse this time around.

As Trump’s Midterm Deadline Looms, Gulf Countries Brace for Possible Renewal of Iran War
Reposts 23 13h
The Guardian
Will Trump relaunch his war on Iran after the midterm elections? | Mohamad Bazzi

Reports have suggested a vulnerable president could start a new bombing campaign. But that wouldn’t bring a deal any closer Will Donald Trump decide to resume a large-scale war against Iran after the US midterm elections? That question has loomed over the campaign for weeks, as officials leaked plans for a new round of joint US-Israeli military strikes that would target Iran’s underground nuclear facilities, missile arsenals and civilian infrastructure. Continue reading. . .

Will Trump relaunch his war on Iran after the midterm elections? | Mohamad Bazzi
Reposts 36 14h
Helsingin Sanomat
Iran war | United States struck an island in the Strait of Hormuz

On Qeshm Island, for example, there is an underground missile base. The United States has carried out several covert, limited strikes against Iran in recent weeks, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Reposts 1 8h
Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung
After Trump threats: Iran threatens retaliatory strikes in Europe

Tehran is preparing for a new round of warfare with the United States. If attacked, it will not confine its counterstrikes to the region.

After Trump threats: Iran threatens retaliatory strikes in Europe
Reposts 1 10h
El Pais
The United States Attacks the Iranian Island of Qeshm on the Eve of Its Midterm Elections

Washington says they are defensive strikes that do not signal an immediate return to war. They are the first acknowledged bombings since September.

The United States Attacks the Iranian Island of Qeshm on the Eve of Its Midterm Elections
Reposts 1 16h
Neue Zürcher Zeitung
The Gulf states prepare for a new round in the Iran war

The United States reportedly attacked targets in Iran again overnight into Tuesday. A further heavy exchange of blows between Washington and Tehran now seems increasingly likely.

The Gulf states prepare for a new round in the Iran war
Reposts 1 18h
Tages-Anzeiger
Three scenarios for the Middle East: War or compromise? What Trump plans to do about Iran after the midterms

In the Persian Gulf conflict there is more diplomatic movement now than in months. But what will the US president do once the midterms are over?

Three scenarios for the Middle East: War or compromise? What Trump plans to do about Iran after the midterms
Reposts 0 7h
Die Presse
Is a new Iran escalation looming after the US election? Trump tests Iran's regime with attacks [premium]

Iran, after new U.S. air strikes, questions a possible agreement with the United States. Iran's elite fears that Trump, despite ongoing negotiations and despite the offer of new talks by Vice President JD Vance, will order new attacks after the congressional elections.

Reposts 0 10h
Süddeutsche Zeitung
War Risk in the Middle East: How the US-Iran Situation Could Develop After the Midterms

In the Persian Gulf conflict there is currently as much diplomatic movement as in months. But what will President Trump do after the midterm elections?

War Risk in the Middle East: How the US-Iran Situation Could Develop After the Midterms
Reposts 0 10h
The Independent
More bombing, a nuclear strike or a peace deal: Three scenarios for the war in Iran after the midterms

Trump has threatened to resume bombing despite the failure of the US military to topple the regime

More bombing, a nuclear strike or a peace deal: Three scenarios for the war in Iran after the midterms
Reposts 0 12h
Kathimerini
Iran: Whether War Will Be Averted Depends on the United States

Regional players should know that the Islamic Republic of Iran is ready for battle, with a finger on the trigger," an official said.

Iran: Whether War Will Be Averted Depends on the United States
Reposts 0 14h
Gazeta Wyborcza
Trump spoke of "productive talks" with Iran. WSJ: U.S. has been conducting attacks

Despite Trump's assurances, the United States has been carrying out smaller-scale attacks against Iran for several weeks, according to the Wall Street Journal, citing discussions with officials.

Reposts 0 17h
LightNews LightNews LightNews