Iran Warns War Benefits No One After U.S. Strikes Qeshm Island — SkimNews
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- Pezeshkian said a return to war would benefit 'no one' and emphasized efforts to resolve the crisis through dialogue, noting Iran's supreme leader had granted new negotiation powers.
- U.S. officials described reported strikes on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz as defensive, with multiple outlets confirming the attacks occurred hours before U.S. midterm elections.
- Ghalibaf stated Iran is 'ready for battle with its finger on the trigger' but has offered a 'powerful and rational response,' placing the onus on Washington to prevent war.
- Qatar confirmed both the U.S. and Iran remain committed to indirect talks, with Doha facilitating real-time exchange of proposals and pushing for an interim deal.
- Tehran claimed it could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days if Washington meets its demands, including ending the war, unfreezing assets, and lifting oil sanctions.
- Trump posted on Truth Social that 'Iran wants a settlement, as soon as possible,' while previously threatening to 'give Iran the hammer' and target sites like Pickaxe Mountain.
Why it matters: With U.S. midterms amplifying pressure to end a war that has driven inflation and disrupted energy markets, Iran’s offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days—conditional on sanctions relief—creates a narrow window for de-escalation. Failure risks immediate military escalation, given both sides have forces on high alert and reciprocal threats are now public.
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