Trump says US will not attack Iran before the midterms
They publishedTrump says US will not attack Iran before November’s midterm elections
First reportThe Washington Post · 8 Oct, 17:30Z
Latest reportSouth China Morning Post · 8 Oct, 17:39Z
Span1 hours · two reports
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Why it matters
What
Trump said the US would not attack Iran before November’s midterm elections, citing productive discussions and ongoing talks.
Why
The statement follows reports that the White House considered pre-election strikes, while Iran says it will not abandon uranium enrichment.
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Ongoing US-Iran talks, Iran’s enrichment policy, and whether Trump revisits possible strikes after the elections.
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Summary
- Trump announced on social media that the US would not attack Iran before the November midterm elections.
- He cited what he called productive discussions with Iran and referenced ongoing talks.
- The comments follow reports that the White House considered strike options prior to the elections.
- Trump previously said ramped-up strikes against Iran were possible after the elections.
- Iran’s Atomic Energy Organisation head said enrichment will not be abandoned and called it essential.