NPR
U.S. launches new airstrikes on Iran and Tehran fires back at Gulf Arab states
Thursday, July 9, 2026
The United States conducted airstrikes against Iran on Thursday. Iran subsequently launched attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar. The strikes occurred amid ongoing negotiations over an interim agreement related to the regional conflict.
Original reporting: https://www.npr.org/2026/07/09/g-s1-132670/us-iran-strikes