NYT
As U.S. Steps Up Attacks on Iran, Prospect of All-Out War Rises
Thursday, July 9, 2026
The U.S. military conducted operations in the Persian Gulf region. Iran's military said it fired missiles at American military installations in Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait. American officials stated the operations were aimed at protecting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. No additional details were provided regarding casualties or damage.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/09/world/middleeast/us-iran-war-strikes.html