Politics · Washington, D.C., United States · United States of America · October 8, 2026

Trump says US will not attack Iran before midterm elections

Reported by 1 outlet · under-reported · first reported Oct 7, 8:00 PM ET

President Donald Trump said the US military will not strike Iran ahead of next month's midterm elections. The remark comes amid ongoing regional tensions.

Why it matters

Statements on possible US military action against Iran influence oil markets and security calculations across the Gulf.

Background

The US and Iran have been adversaries since the 1979 revolution, with recurring confrontations over Iran's nuclear programme and regional allies. US midterm elections take place in November.

The story so far

1. Oct 8Trump says US will not attack Iran before midterm elections
2. Oct 9Pentagon raises US Iran war toll to 21; Trump rules out strikes before midterms
3. Oct 10Pentagon raises US military death toll in Iran war to 21

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Sources

• AP ↗October 8, 2026

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