The United States struck an Iranian anti-aircraft installation on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz late on Friday, according to President Donald Trump, who described the operation as minor and said the target was knocked out within five to fifteen minutes. Iranian state-run media reported two missiles hitting the Suza area but gave no damage details, and Iran's Revolutionary Guard said it downed a US drone over southern Iran earlier that day. Trump said new strikes were unlikely while diplomatic talks progress, and Iran's state television said on Saturday that no missile strikes on its territory had been confirmed.
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Brent crude is trading above $116 per barrel, while JP Morgan’s model values the benchmark at $94. The price rise continues a streak of four straight monthly gains. An eight‑month conflict with Iran and recent drone and missile attacks on dozens of tankers add volatility. Shipping costs for Middle‑East crude have hit record levels, prompting producers to offer discounts.
27 October 2026
The 27 Oct election results will be certified and delivered to President Isaac Herzog on 4 Nov, confirming that Netanyahu's bloc secured 53 seats while the Change bloc won 48 and Arab parties captured a record 19 seats, leaving no side with the 61 seats needed to form a government. Voter turnout reached 77.7%, the highest since 1999. Herzog can assign a 28‑day coalition mandate, extendable by 14 days, and is expected to consult party leaders before deciding whom to task with building a coalition.