Trump Sees End to Iran War After US Midterm Elections

US President Donald Trump said he believes the war with Iran will end shortly after the November US midterm elections, citing Tehran's desperation to influence the outcome. The statement comes as tensions in the region remain high following a series of attacks on shipping and oil tankers.

The conflict has had significant economic implications, with Brent crude prices hovering above $100 a barrel due to supply disruptions through both the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea.

Trump also threatened to attack an Iranian site associated with its nuclear programme, saying Tehran was trying to affect the election. Saudi civil defence authorities issued emergency alerts in the southwest city of Khamis Mushait for the fourth time in 24 hours, as clashes flared with Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis.

The war has driven Trump's popularity to record lows, and his comments on the issue have been met with skepticism by some analysts. However, Trump remains confident that the conflict will end soon after the election.