The U.S. military carried out limited strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island, officials said, describing the action as defensive. The strikes came hours before the U.S. midterm elections. Officials said there were no immediate plans to escalate.
WHO:
The U.S. military
WHAT:
The U.S. military carried out limited strikes on Qeshm Island in Iran.
WHEN:
Reported Nov 2, 2026 at 10:02 PM ET
WHERE:
Qeshm Island, Iran
WHY:
U.S. officials described the strikes as defensive.
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