Iran president says return to war benefits 'no one', after reported U.S. strikes — SkimNews
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- Pezeshkian said a return to war would benefit 'no one', emphasizing his government's push for dialogue after reported U.S. strikes on Qeshm Island on November 3, 2026
- U.S. officials described the strikes on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz as defensive, with outlets including The Wall Street Journal reporting them as part of a series of undeclared attacks
- Ghalibaf stated Iran is 'ready for battle with its finger on the trigger', while asserting the Islamic Republic has offered a 'rational response' and that the ball is now in America's court
- Qatar is facilitating real-time exchange of proposals between the U.S. and Iran, with its foreign ministry spokesman confirming both sides are reviewing ideas for an interim deal
- Trump posted on Truth Social that 'Iran wants a settlement, as soon as possible', hours after signaling a potential deal and amid U.S. voter focus on war-related inflation
- Iranian foreign ministry said Tehran could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days if Washington meets its demands, including ending the war, unfreezing assets, and lifting oil sanctions
Why it matters: With U.S. midterms amplifying pressure to end the war, both sides show readiness to negotiate—but also for escalation. Iran’s offer to reopen Hormuz within two days if demands are met raises the stakes: failure to act could deepen global energy disruptions already tied to the conflict’s $47.1 billion cost.
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