Trump: US Will Not Strike Iran Before Midterm Elections
The US president clarified that no military strike will take place against Iran ahead of the November vote, though pressure will remain in place.
US President Donald Trump stated that his country will not strike Iran before the midterm congressional elections on November 3, network Kan 11 and news outlet Walla reported. The clarification comes amid earlier reports that the administration was weighing the renewal of military strikes against Iranian targets.
In a statement he released, Trump emphasized that diplomatic contacts with Tehran are ongoing, while noting that the American blockade will remain in effect.
Further details regarding the nature of the talks between the sides or the scope of military preparations in the Middle East have not yet been released.
Sources: כאן 11, וואלה — חדשות בעולם
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