Hajibabaei noted that Iran's strategic position does not depend on the winner of the upcoming election, but he urged Americans to distance their country from what he described as Trump's "humiliating behavior." The Deputy Speaker added that Iran continues to maintain its defensive capabilities to counter threats as it prepares for potential conflict.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Iran Plans Hormuz Shipping Attacks to Influence US Midterms
Commodities2 days ago
Tehran is more prepared for a possible war than ever before, Deputy Parliament Speaker Hamidreza Hajibabaei said on Monday. Iranian officials intend to disrupt shipping in and around the Strait of Hormuz to keep global oil prices elevated to influence the US midterm elections on November 3, 2026, while Hajibabaei stated he hopes US voters will punish President Donald Trump for his performance.
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