“US military attacks Iran's Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz on the eve of midterm elections”

Key points

• The U.S. conducted defensive strikes against Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz, including Qeshm Island.
• A U.S. official described the operation as limited against Iranians using surface-to-air missiles against U.S. assets.
• The strikes occurred on the eve of the U.S. midterm elections.
• Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance voiced optimism about peace negotiations with Tehran.
• Iranian officials said the ball is in the U.S. court for a possible deal to end the conflict.