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Iranian media reported “massive explosions” in the southern Strait of Hormuz, with Fars citing unnamed military sources as Trump says US won’t strike Iran before midterms.

Published On 9 Oct 2026

• An Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy political deputy has said Iranian forces have been carrying out operations every night in the Strait of Hormuz against vessels Tehran considers to be violating its rules.
• US President Donald Trump has said Washington was having “productive discussions” with Iran and pledged not to attack the country before the November 3 midterm elections.