US strikes Iran hours before key election

Hours before Americans cast their votes in the November 3, 2026 midterm elections, the U.S. military launched targeted airstrikes against Iranian military positions on Qeshm Island in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The operation, which took place on November 2, 2026, has injected massive geopolitical uncertainty into the post-election landscape, especially as final vote tallies confirm that President Donald Trump's Republican Party suffered a sweeping defeat, losing control of both chambers of Congress. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/insight-today--6633039/support. Don’t miss our latest episodes! follow us to stay updates news everyday.