- Donald Trump stated that the United States is engaged in productive discussions with Iran and will not launch an attack prior to the November midterm elections.
- Trump noted that the US blockade of Iranian ports remains in place while oil continues to flow through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff is reportedly making progress in negotiations, though Trump expressed reluctance about ultimately making a deal.
- NBC News reported that Trump and his national security team have discussed potentially resuming large-scale U.S. military operations in Iran.
- Meanwhile, strikes on airports across Saudi Arabia amid clashes with Yemeni Houthi rebels left three people dead and over 30 injured.
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