Trump says U.S. won't attack Iran before midterms

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Trump says U.S. won't attack Iran before midterms. (2026, October 8). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/trump-says-us-wont-attack-iran-before-midterms/

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President Trump stated that the U.S. will not attack Iran before midterm elections. This announcement comes as candidates participate in debates across Georgia, Maine, and Michigan on Thursday night. CBS News' political director Fin Gómez provides additional context regarding this statement.

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced on October 8, 2026, that he would not order military strikes against Iran before the November 3 midterm elections in the United States. In a social media post, Trump stated that the U.S. "will not be attacking Iran at any time prior to the Midterm Elections." He also mentioned ongoing productive discussions with the Islamic Republic of Iran and emphasized that Iran was in poor economic and military condition. Despite this declaration, tensions remain high as Iran continues to evaluate a proposal for reopening the Strait of Hormuz within seven days. The announcement came amid escalating attacks on ships in the Gulf and rising concerns about global oil supplies and prices.

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