Khamenei says hostility toward US will continue despite Republican midterm losses

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IRGC says four tankers hit mines in Hormuz as US strikes Iranian air defence site

On Wednesday, Iran's Revolutionary Guard said four vessels struck naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz while crossing a prohibited route; this is the IRGC's own account. Trump confirmed a US strike on an Iranian anti-aircraft facility on Tuesday, while Iran called Washington's reply to its Hormuz plan unconvincing. Indirect talks continue. Supreme Leader Khamenei said US policy toward Iran will not change despite Republican midterm losses, and parliament Speaker Qalibaf said Americans had rejected the war.

• The US reportedly struck Qeshm Island on Monday, described as 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; Vice President Vance reportedly sees progress in the indirect talks.
• Iran 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.