Iranians celebrate Democratic midterm win as Trump links defeat to Iran war

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IRGC says four tankers hit mines in Hormuz as US strike and indirect talks continue

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

• The IRGC says four tankers hit mines in Hormuz; on Monday it said two others struck mines and caught fire.
• Trump confirmed a US strike on an Iranian anti-aircraft site on Tuesday. The US reportedly struck Qeshm Island on Monday, described as part of a series of limited, secret strikes in recent weeks.
• Tehran says the US must lift its naval blockade and meet its demands in full. Vance reportedly sees progress in the indirect talks.
• Khamenei said hostility toward the US will continue. Parliament Speaker Qalibaf said Americans rejected the war and Washington should not attack again.