Trump confirms fresh Iran strikes days after voters punish war at polls

South China Morning Post Saturday 07 November 2026, 04:25 UTC By Associated Press 1 min read

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US President Donald Trump said the American military on Friday carried out new limited strikes on Iran, targeting an Iranian air defence system. Iranian state media reported the sound of two explosions in the Suza area of Qeshm Island, which is in a crucial waterway for oil shipments. Trump in an exchange with reporters described the military action as “minor”.

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