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Iran War Update Nov 4, 2026: Tanker Mine Claim, Midterm Fallout

Iran War News Nov 4: the Guards claim four tankers mined near Hormuz, Trump links midterm losses to war fuel costs, and Tehran hails the vote.

ByPeter
Map of the Middle East and Gulf: Iran war: Hormuz mine claim, Yemen strikes, midterm fallout
Places named in this report, Nov 3–4, 2026; marks labeled approx. are approximate. Map: Peter's World; data: Natural Earth

By Sentinel, War Room Correspondent

Key Takeaways: 5 things to know

  1. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards made unconfirmed claims that mines destroyed four oil tankers near Hormuz and that they downed a 56th US drone.
  2. Trump said voters who handed Democrats Congress balked at higher fuel prices from the Iran war but said he would make the same decision again.
  3. Iranian leaders called the US vote a rejection of war, and Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei warned any new attack would bring a broader response.
  4. Germany and Egypt urged both sides to keep negotiating, while Iran’s Foreign Ministry said talks through mediators had produced no new progress.
  5. Saudi Arabia issued danger alerts in Najran and Riyadh as the Houthi siege of Taiz reached a month and airstrikes hit Houthi depots.
Report detailsDeep daily report · Wednesday update · Data cutoff Nov 4, ~7:45 AM ETDetails
  • Publisher: Peter’s World War Room (deep daily report)
  • Edition: Wednesday update
  • Coverage window: November 3, 2026, ~7:30 AM ET to November 4, 2026, ~7:30 AM ET
  • Data cutoff: November 4, 2026, ~7:45 AM ET
  • Times are Eastern (ET) unless stated
  • Style: Rev. 3
  • Sources: public only; war.gov checked first; US government primaries preferred; Iranian state media treated as claims
Map of the Middle East and Gulf: Iran war: Hormuz mine claim, Yemen strikes, midterm fallout. Marked: S of Hormuz: 4 tankers (IRGC claim) (reported incident, approximate); Hormuz: MQ-9 downing claim (reported incident, approximate); Tehran: Khamenei message (capital); Cairo: Sisi warning (capital); Najran: alerts (other reported event); Riyadh: alert (other reported event); Al-Bayda: 4 airstrikes (strike / attack, approximate); Lahj: prison hit (claim) (strike / attack, approximate); Taiz: 30-day siege (city); Jerusalem: results to Herzog (capital); Gaza: waste crisis (UN) (reported incident,
Places named in this report, Nov 3–4, 2026; marks labeled approx. are approximate. Map: Peter’s World; data: Natural Earth

Munitions Count: Nov 4

4 reported counts from 3 sources, 3 of them unverified claims. Each row is one source's own figure; rows are not added together.

Munitions Count: Nov 4: launched, downed and hit, as reported by the named source
AttackerTarget and placeMunitionLaunchedDownedHitDateSource
Iran (Claim: IRGC says naval mines)ClaimFour oil tankers (unnamed) (South of the Strait of Hormuz, route Iran calls prohibited)Naval mines (Claim)——42026-11-04 (Claim, per IRGC)en.mehrnews.com IRGC statement, as relayed[15]
United States (per IRGC)ClaimIran: airspace over the strait (Strait of Hormuz)MQ-9 drone (Claim)11—2026-11-04 (Claim, per IRGC)aa.com.tr IRGC statement, as relayed[16]
Not identifiedHouthis: weapons depots and vehicles (Central Security Camp, Al-Bayda)Airstrikes4—42026-11-04 (per Al-Jumhuriya TV)aa.com.tr Al-Jumhuriya TV, as relayed[17]
Houthis (per Aden TV)ClaimYemen: prison at the Iron Factory (Lahj)Ballistic missile1—12026-11-04 (Claim, per Aden TV)aa.com.tr Aden TV, as relayed[18]

— = not reported by the source. Downed = intercepted or shot down.

Official counts and claims, November 3, ~7:30 AM ET, to November 4, ~7:30 AM ET. Central Command published no figures in the sources checked; n/a means the source gave no figure.

In this November 4 Iran war news update, Iran’s Revolutionary Guards claimed four tankers were destroyed by mines near Hormuz, President Trump tied his party’s midterm losses to fuel costs from the war, and Tehran’s leaders called the vote a rejection of war (see yesterday’s Iran war update and the War Room).

Guards Claim Four Tankers Mined Near Hormuz

The Revolutionary Guards said early Wednesday that four “violating” oil tankers struck naval mines while crossing a prohibited route south of the Strait of Hormuz, were destroyed and were still burning, and that two other vessels were stopped[19]. The statement, carried by the official IRNA agency, also said Guards air defenses downed a US-made MQ-9 drone over the strait at 4:30 a.m. local time (8 p.m. ET Tuesday), which it called the 56th such aircraft[20].

No ship owner, flag state or maritime agency has named the tankers or confirmed the account in the sources checked, and the US military has not commented. The war.gov feed carried no Iran item, and Central Command’s site returned an error[21].

Trump Links Midterm Losses to the Iran War

Democrats won control of both the House and the Senate in Tuesday’s midterm elections, with some races still being counted[22][23]. In a Fox News phone interview, Trump said “people agree with what I’m doing on Iran” but “probably weren’t willing” to accept paying more for gasoline[24]. Asked about further action, he said: “Certainly, if Iran doesn’t behave, I will,” adding that he would sign a binding deal that keeps Iran from a nuclear weapon or “finish the job very easily”[25].

Trump told Politico he was “totally convinced” the war decision was correct and told The Wall Street Journal that “Iran was a piece of it” when asked about the results[26][27]. US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker told a Berlin conference that he does not expect US foreign policy to change after the vote[28].

Tehran Reads the US Vote as a Rejection of War

Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf wrote that Americans “said NO TO WAR” and warned of a “nightmare” if Washington ignores them; his deputy Ali Nikzad called the result a consequence of Trump’s “defeat against the Iranian people”[29][30]. Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei posted that “attacking Iran does not bring victory”[31].

In a message for November 4, the anniversary Iran marks as the day of “fighting against global arrogance,” Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said any repeat of US aggression would bring “much broader response” across the region[32]. Mohammad Moghadamfar, an adviser to the Guards’ commander, told Fars that if Iranian commanders are targeted, enemy commanders “should expect” the same, and that responses would “no longer be reciprocal or proportional”[33].

Mediators Press for Talks as Tehran Sees No Progress

Baqaei told state media on Tuesday there was no new development on a possible deal, though discussions continue through mediators[34]. Security council secretary Mohsen Rezaei wrote that the US response to Iran’s demands “was not convincing” and that Hormuz will reopen only if Iran’s seven conditions are met[35].

Wadephul said Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi “regularly asks” to speak with him, that Germany is urging Washington to give diplomacy a chance, and that a US decision on further military action has not yet been made[36]. Egypt’s foreign minister, Badr Abdelatty, discussed the risk of renewed fighting with Araghchi by phone, and al-Sisi urged both sides to show flexibility “before it is too late”[37][38].

Chemical-Weapons Claims Divide US Officials

The New York Times reported that Israeli intelligence claims that Iran is considering using chemical weapons have split US officials[39]. Some officials told the paper the claims are part of an Israeli push to restart large-scale strikes, while others said they should be taken seriously; a regional official said Israel offered no supporting evidence, and Gulf governments reportedly found the claims unconvincing[40].

Houthis, Saudi Arabia and the Taiz Siege

Saudi Civil Defense issued two warnings of “potential danger” in Najran and one in Riyadh on Wednesday before announcing that the danger had passed; no interception figures were given[41]. Al-Jumhuriya TV reported four airstrikes by an unidentified party on Houthi depots and vehicles at the Central Security Camp in Al-Bayda, without casualty details[42].

Yemen’s army said its Dawn of Yemen operation had carried out 1,208 strikes and “neutralized” about 370 Houthi commanders and fighters, without a timeframe; the Houthis did not comment[43]. In Taiz, the Houthi siege has lasted 30 days, cutting off food, fuel, medicine and water for a city of about 1.5 million, Al Jazeera reported[44].

Israel After the US Midterms

Israeli defense and finance officials had no advance notice of Trump’s plan to end about $4 billion a year in US aid, which was reported yesterday, and are studying its effect on future arms purchases, Ynet and KAN reported[45]. The Central Elections Committee approved the final Knesset results and gave them to President Isaac Herzog on Wednesday, rejecting fraud claims by Netanyahu’s bloc[46].

Opposition leader Yair Lapid wrote that the US results “eliminate any possibility of a unity government led by Netanyahu”[47]. Democrats leader Yair Golan said Netanyahu is “toxic” with both US parties, and Israeli media warned of strains with a Democratic-led Congress[48][49].

Domestic Affairs

Internet users in Tehran and several provinces reported outages and unstable connections on Tuesday, according to Iranian media and the outlet CITNA, which said the cause had not been established[50]. Students at the University of Tehran held a sit-in after a doctoral student, Shahin Shokouhi, set himself on fire on Sunday following repeated disciplinary summonses[51].

In Israel, Gadi Eisenkot said the opposition “change bloc” would “act quickly” to form a “national emergency government” and elect a new Knesset speaker[52].

War Crimes and Civilian Harm

Allegations are attributed; findings are not established unless stated.

Allegations are attributed; findings are not established unless stated.

Aden TV said a Houthi ballistic missile struck a prison at the Iron Factory in Lahj, with reports of dead and injured detainees, and Al-Jumhuriya TV reported deaths among recruits from Houthi shelling near the Al-Allala camp in Al-Dhalea; no figures were given[53].

Iran Human Rights said Iran executed at least 77 people in October, including three protesters, and 691 so far this year[54]. A source told Iran International that Amirhossein Maleki, hanged in Isfahan on Tuesday, was put through a mock execution after retracting a confession he said was obtained under torture; the judiciary’s Mizan agency said the men took part in attacks that killed four police officers[55].

In Gaza, UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said only half of waste-collection vehicles are working because of Israeli limits on engine oil and spare parts[56]. A Palestinian commission said Israel plans grazing permits for settlers on about 2,345 acres in Salfit and Jenin, and local sources said Israeli forces fired tear gas toward a school in Al-Mughayyir[57][58]. These are allegations by the named parties; no court has ruled on them.

Statements by Officials

United States

Quotes: United States
DateSpeakerRole/OrgQuoteContext/TopicSource
2026-11-04Donald TrumpUS President“People agree with what I’m doing on Iran, but they really probably weren’t willing to do the short-term consequence of paying more for gasoline”Midterm results, Fox Newsaa.com.tr [59]
2026-11-04Donald TrumpUS President“Certainly, if Iran doesn’t behave, I will.”Further action on Iranaa.com.tr [60]
2026-11-04Donald TrumpUS President“I am totally convinced that my decision on Iran for the long term good of our country and even the world was absolutely the correct one”Politico interviewiranintl.com [61]
2026-11-04Matthew WhitakerUS Ambassador to NATO“The foreign policy of the United States has not changed, and I don’t expect it to change with the midterm election.”Berlin Security Conferenceaa.com.tr [62]

No US military or State Department statement on Iran was posted in the window; the war.gov and State Department feeds were checked.

Iranian Leadership

Quotes: Iranian Leadership
DateSpeakerRole/OrgQuoteContext/TopicSource
2026-11-04Mojtaba KhameneiSupreme Leader“Any repetition of US aggression will lead to much broader response from Iran across region”Aban 13 messageen.mehrnews.com [63]
2026-11-04Mohammad Bagher QalibafParliament Speaker“Whether out of conscience or the cost of living, Americans said NO TO WAR, and we endorse this message”US midterms, X postaa.com.tr [64]
2026-11-04Esmaeil BaqaeiForeign Ministry spokesman“Attacking Iran does not bring victory. It only results in defeat”X post to US leadersen.mehrnews.com [65]
2026-11-03Mohsen RezaeiSupreme National Security Council secretary“The US response regarding Iran’s rights and demands was not convincing.”Talks with Washingtonen.mehrnews.com [66]
2026-11-04Mohammad MoghadamfarAdviser to the IRGC commander“Our responses will no longer be reciprocal or proportional.”Renewed war, Farsaa.com.tr [67]

Iranian quotes are English renderings by outlets and are treated as claims.

Israel

Quotes: Israel
DateSpeakerRole/OrgQuoteContext/TopicSource
2026-11-04Yair LapidOpposition leader“The American election results this morning have an unexpected outcome: they eliminate any possibility of a unity government led by Netanyahu”US midterms, X postaa.com.tr [68]
2026-11-04Noam SohlbergCentral Elections Committee chairman“There are voices seeking to undermine the election results. This is a real danger.”Final results ceremonyaa.com.tr [69]

What to Watch (Assessment)

  • Any owner, flag state or maritime agency account of the four tankers the Guards say were mined.
  • Any US decision on strikes now that the midterms are over, and any Central Command comment on the drone claim.
  • Washington’s reply to Iran’s seven conditions, which Rezaei says it has not met.
  • Herzog’s consultations on who forms Israel’s next government.
  • Further Houthi launches toward Saudi cities and the course of the Taiz siege.

Seven lenses

Analysis

About the framework

Geography & Strategic Position

The Guards say the four tankers were caught on a route south of the Strait of Hormuz that Iran calls prohibited[1]. Iran is treating that lane as a closed zone it can enforce with mines.

Military & Security

No new US or Iranian strike was confirmed in the window. The contest stayed at sea and in the air over the strait, where the Guards claimed their 56th US MQ-9 drone, and the main shooting war in the region remained in Yemen[2][3].

Alliances & Diplomatic Networks

Germany and Egypt joined Qatar in pressing both sides to keep talking. German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul called the coming days critical, and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi warned that renewed war would be “catastrophic”[4][5].

Economic & Industrial Power

Trump acknowledged that higher gasoline prices from the war cost his party votes, calling them a “short-term problem” for “long-term gain”[6]. The Treasury’s sanctions office posted no new Iran action in the window[7].

Technology & Critical Infrastructure

The Guards said a “new air defense system” downed the MQ-9, without describing it[8]. Inside Iran, users in Tehran and other provinces reported internet outages on Tuesday, though monitors showed national connectivity largely stable[9].

Domestic Politics & Information

The US vote reshaped politics in three capitals. Democrats won both chambers of Congress, Iranian officials called the result a rejection of war, and Israeli opposition leaders said it ends any chance of a unity government under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu[10][11][12].

Strategic Leverage & Outcomes

Trump kept the strike option open, saying he will “finish the job” if Iran does not “behave,” while Tehran says Washington’s answer to its demands is not convincing[13][14]. US interests hinge on whether Hormuz can reopen through a deal before another round of fighting.

Strategic assessment

Relative advantage
The United States keeps its naval blockade and the choice of when, or whether, to strike again.
Critical vulnerability
Tankers near Hormuz remain exposed to mines Iran says it controls.
Decisive uncertainty
Whether the midterm result changes the timing of any US decision on strikes.
Likely trajectory
More Guards claims at sea and more mediation, with no deal announced in the near term.
Strategic outcome
Not yet determinable.

Analysis by Peter’s World using the Seven Lenses framework. Numbered notes link to the footnotes at the end of this report. Scores, where shown, are judgments, not measurements.

Additional sources

Footnotes

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  2. [2] Anadolu Agency, “Iran claims 4 oil tankers destroyed by naval mines near Strait of Hormuz”, https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/iran-claims-4-oil-tankers-destroyed-by-naval-mines-near-strait-of-hormuz/4110958. Published: Nov 4, 2026, 1:31 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04. Relays an IRGC statement carried by IRNA (claim).
  3. [3] Anadolu Agency, “4 airstrikes target Houthi weapons depots, military vehicles in Yemen: Report”, https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/4-airstrikes-target-houthi-weapons-depots-military-vehicles-in-yemen-report/4110961. Published: Nov 4, 2026, 1:44 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04. Relays Al-Jumhuriya TV and Aden TV, citing field sources.
  4. [4] Iran International, “Iran’s Araghchi regularly seeks talks amid efforts to avert renewed war, Germany says”, https://www.iranintl.com/en/202611043626. Published: Nov 4, 2026, 4:30 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04. Relays German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul on the Politik mit Anne Will podcast.
  5. [5] Anadolu Agency, “Egypt’s Sisi warns of ‘catastrophic’ fallout if US-Iran war resumes”, https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/egypt-s-sisi-warns-of-catastrophic-fallout-if-us-iran-war-resumes/4110688. Published: Nov 3, 2026, 7:46 PM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04.
  6. [6] Anadolu Agency, “Trump links midterm defeat to voter unhappiness over fuel costs during Iran war”, https://www.aa.com.tr/en/world/trump-links-midterm-defeat-to-voter-unhappiness-over-fuel-costs-during-iran-war/4110910. Published: Nov 4, 2026, 12:55 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04. Relays a Fox News phone interview.
  7. [7] US Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control, “Recent Actions”, https://ofac.treasury.gov/recent-actions. Published: checked Nov 4, 2026, ~7:40 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04. Primary source; newest action Oct 29, 2026; no Iran action in the window.
  8. [8] Mehr News Agency (Iranian state-affiliated), “IRGC says 4 oil tankers destroyed, 56th US drone downed”, https://en.mehrnews.com/news/249151/IRGC-says-4-oil-tankers-destroyed-56th-US-drone-downed. Published: Nov 3, 2026, 11:27 PM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04. Relays an IRGC statement (claim).
  9. [9] Iran International, “Internet disruptions hit Iran amid prospect of renewed US strikes”, https://www.iranintl.com/en/202611039785. Published: Nov 3, 2026, 4:36 PM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04. Relays Iranian media and the technology outlet CITNA.
  10. [10] Anadolu Agency, “Democrats win Senate majority in blow to Trump presidency”, https://www.aa.com.tr/en/americas/democrats-win-senate-majority-in-blow-to-trump-presidency/4111045. Published: Nov 4, 2026, 2:25 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04. Counts as of 0930 GMT; races still being called.
  11. [11] Anadolu Agency, “Iran’s parliament speaker says US voters rejected war, Tehran backs this message”, https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/iran-s-parliament-speaker-says-us-voters-rejected-war-tehran-backs-this-message/4110933. Published: Nov 4, 2026, 1:15 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04.
  12. [12] (statement) Opposition leader Yair Lapid, via Anadolu Agency, “Opposition leader says US election results rule out unity government led by Netanyahu”, https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/opposition-leader-says-us-election-results-rule-out-unity-government-led-by-netanyahu/4111076. Statement made Nov 4, 2026, X post, time not shown; published Nov 4, 2026, 2:36 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04.
  13. [13] (statement) President Donald Trump, via Anadolu Agency, “Trump links midterm defeat to voter unhappiness over fuel costs during Iran war”, https://www.aa.com.tr/en/world/trump-links-midterm-defeat-to-voter-unhappiness-over-fuel-costs-during-iran-war/4110910. Statement made Nov 3-4, 2026, Fox News phone interview, time not shown; published Nov 4, 2026, 12:55 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04.
  14. [14] (statement) Mehr News Agency (Iranian state-affiliated), “US response to Iran’s demands was not convincing: Rezaei”, https://en.mehrnews.com/news/249145/US-response-to-Iran-s-demands-was-not-convincing-Rezaei. Statement made Nov 3, 2026, social media post, time not shown; published Nov 3, 2026, 10:04 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04. English rendering by the outlet.
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  2. [16] Anadolu Agency, “Iran claims 4 oil tankers destroyed by naval mines near Strait of Hormuz”, https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/iran-claims-4-oil-tankers-destroyed-by-naval-mines-near-strait-of-hormuz/4110958. Published: Nov 4, 2026, 1:31 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04. Relays an IRGC statement carried by IRNA (claim).
  3. [17] Anadolu Agency, “4 airstrikes target Houthi weapons depots, military vehicles in Yemen: Report”, https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/4-airstrikes-target-houthi-weapons-depots-military-vehicles-in-yemen-report/4110961. Published: Nov 4, 2026, 1:44 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04. Relays Al-Jumhuriya TV and Aden TV, citing field sources.
  4. [18] Anadolu Agency, “4 airstrikes target Houthi weapons depots, military vehicles in Yemen: Report”, https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/4-airstrikes-target-houthi-weapons-depots-military-vehicles-in-yemen-report/4110961. Published: Nov 4, 2026, 1:44 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04. Relays Al-Jumhuriya TV and Aden TV, citing field sources.
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  8. [22] Anadolu Agency, “Democrats win Senate majority in blow to Trump presidency”, https://www.aa.com.tr/en/americas/democrats-win-senate-majority-in-blow-to-trump-presidency/4111045. Published: Nov 4, 2026, 2:25 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04. Counts as of 0930 GMT; races still being called.
  9. [23] Iran International, “Trump says Iran war decision serves long-term US interests despite election setbacks”, https://www.iranintl.com/en/202611042850. Published: Nov 4, 2026, 3:00 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04. Relays Trump’s remarks to Politico, The Wall Street Journal and Fox News.
  10. [24] (statement) President Donald Trump, via Anadolu Agency, “Trump links midterm defeat to voter unhappiness over fuel costs during Iran war”, https://www.aa.com.tr/en/world/trump-links-midterm-defeat-to-voter-unhappiness-over-fuel-costs-during-iran-war/4110910. Statement made Nov 3-4, 2026, Fox News phone interview, time not shown; published Nov 4, 2026, 12:55 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04.
  11. [25] (statement) President Donald Trump, via Anadolu Agency, “Trump links midterm defeat to voter unhappiness over fuel costs during Iran war”, https://www.aa.com.tr/en/world/trump-links-midterm-defeat-to-voter-unhappiness-over-fuel-costs-during-iran-war/4110910. Statement made Nov 3-4, 2026, Fox News phone interview, time not shown; published Nov 4, 2026, 12:55 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04.
  12. [26] (statement) President Donald Trump, via Iran International, “Trump says Iran war decision serves long-term US interests despite election setbacks”, https://www.iranintl.com/en/202611042850. Statement made Nov 3-4, 2026, remarks to Politico, time not shown; published Nov 4, 2026, 3:00 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04.
  13. [27] Iran International, “Trump says Iran war decision serves long-term US interests despite election setbacks”, https://www.iranintl.com/en/202611042850. Published: Nov 4, 2026, 3:00 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04. Relays Trump’s remarks to Politico, The Wall Street Journal and Fox News.
  14. [28] (statement) US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker, via Anadolu Agency, “Trump’s NATO envoy expects no change in US foreign policy after midterm election results”, https://www.aa.com.tr/en/americas/trump-s-nato-envoy-expects-no-change-in-us-foreign-policy-after-midterm-election-results/4111327. Statement made Nov 4, 2026, Berlin Security Conference panel, time not shown; published Nov 4, 2026, 5:10 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04.
  15. [29] (statement) Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, via Anadolu Agency, “Iran’s parliament speaker says US voters rejected war, Tehran backs this message”, https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/iran-s-parliament-speaker-says-us-voters-rejected-war-tehran-backs-this-message/4110933. Statement made Nov 4, 2026, X post, time not shown; published Nov 4, 2026, 1:15 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04. English rendering by the outlet.
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  17. [31] (statement) Mehr News Agency (Iranian state-affiliated), “Iran not a nation can be intimidated via threats: FM spox”, https://en.mehrnews.com/news/249167/Iran-not-a-nation-to-be-intimidated-via-threats-FM-spox. Statement made Nov 4, 2026, X post by Esmaeil Baqaei, time not shown; published Nov 4, 2026, 7:29 AM ET. Retrieved: 2026-11-04. Primary not opened (cited via this source).
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