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US strike on Iranian air defence site confirmed as indirect talks continue

Trump confirmed on Tuesday that the US military struck an Iranian anti-aircraft facility, while Iran called Washington's reply to its Hormuz plan unconvincing. Iran's Revolutionary Guard says four vessels hit naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz on a prohibited route, which is the IRGC's own account. Iranian officials welcomed the Democratic midterm win, while Khamenei said US policy toward Iran will not change. Indirect talks are continuing.

• A report says the US struck Qeshm Island on Monday, the latest in a series of limited strikes carried out secretly in recent weeks.
• Iran says the US must lift its naval blockade and meet its demands in full; Vance reportedly sees progress in the talks.
• Iran has offered a two-day plan to reopen Hormuz and resume nuclear talks, while Netanyahu says he wants to "finish the job".
• Brent crude fell more than 6.5% on Monday to as low as $105.55 a barrel on hopes of a breakthrough.