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'Give them the hammer': Trump threatens Iran ahead of midterms

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Briefings

US President Donald Trump threatened to resume strikes against Iran ahead of the 2026 US midterm elections, stating he may have to give Tehran 'the hammer' at some unspecified time. This follows a previous pledge not to strike again before the elections, marking a potential escalation of tensions between the US and Iran.

Key points

• President Trump threatened to resume strikes against Iran ahead of the 2026 US midterm elections.
• Trump previously pledged not to strike Iran again before the upcoming elections.

Context

This briefing covers a specific political threat from US President Donald Trump regarding Iran, occurring in late November 2026. The finding matters as it highlights potential diplomatic tensions and strategic shifts in US-Iran relations during a critical election cycle.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a single statement from Trump at a campaign rally. Specific dates for the threat are unspecified, and the exact timing of future strikes remains unknown.

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