US reportedly strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island as Vance voices optimism about a deal
U.S. forces allegedly hit Iran’s Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, according to Iranian state media that said explosions were heard. The strike was reported on the eve of the U.S. midterm elections. Meanwhile, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed optimism that a diplomatic agreement with Iran could be reached soon in the near future.