Read · November 2, 2026
On the eve of the midterms, the U.S. military carries out limited strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island near the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. officials say
On Monday night, the eve of the U.S. midterm elections, the U.S. military carried out strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island, according to U.S. officials. The strikes were described as limited. The war with Iran has pushed up oil and gasoline prices, which became an issue in the midterm campaign.
- From the LeftNBC News: U.S. military carries out limited strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island, U.S. officials say
NBC cites three U.S. officials who call the strikes self-defense, not a return to major combat.
Grade: C (76/100). Mixes in the reporter's opinion.
- CenterCNBC: Oil prices climb after U.S. strikes Iran's Qeshm Island
CNBC reports Brent and WTI up about 1.7% and credits the strike report to U.S. officials via the WSJ.
Grade: C (76/100). Mixes in the reporter's opinion.
- From the RightWashington Examiner: US says it conducted defensive strikes against Iran on eve of midterm elections
The Examiner cites the AP on the targets and quotes Trump saying more sites may need to be hit.
Grade: C (76/100). Mixes in the reporter's opinion.
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