Trump rules out new attack on Iran until after midterms as oil prices spike

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US President Donald Trump stated on October 7, 2026, that the United States would not attack Iran prior to the November 3rd midterm elections, citing productive discussions. This declaration followed reports from Axios and The Atlantic suggesting the Pentagon was preparing for a resumption of high-intensity strikes on Iran.

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US President Donald Trump on Thursday ruled out new attacks on Iran until after the November mid-term elections, following several reports that Washington is gearing up for a new round of escalation. "We are having productive discussions with the Islamic Republic of Iran," Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social.

Trump rules out new attack on Iran until after midterms as oil prices spike

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