Israel-Iran tensions, Gaza ceasefire dispute, and Hormuz standoff

Key developments

1. Nov 6, 2026

   U.S. confirms strike on Iran’s Qeshm Island near Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions.

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2. Nov 7, 2026

   Iranian media reported explosions and two possible missile strikes near Suza on Qeshm Island.

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3. Nov 7, 2026

   Iran’s Revolutionary Guard says the country has lifted its self-imposed 2,000-kilometer limit on ballistic missile range.

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4. Nov 7, 2026

   Saudi Arabia issued emergency alerts for Yanbu after air defenses intercepted a Houthi missile aimed at Medina.

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Politics

Hegseth Could Face Impeachment Vote Over Iran War

President Donald Trump is seeking allies’ views on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine as he weighs the Iran war’s course and possible renewed strikes after the midterms. Reports that Hegseth gave Trump an overly rosy assessment were denied by the Pentagon, while the White House said Trump has confidence in both officials and has not ordered new attacks.

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World

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Says It Lifts Missile Range Limit

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard says the country has lifted its self-imposed 2,000-kilometer limit on ballistic missile range and will demonstrate its ability to strike adversaries at unexpected locations. The announcement signals a possible expansion of Iran’s ambitions amid heightened tensions, though officials did not say Iran currently has missiles capable of exceeding the former limit.