Deadly US strikes trigger Iranian attacks on Gulf states

NEWS SUMMARY

The US military struck 90 targets across Iran, including ports and infrastructure along the Strait of Hormuz, on July 9, 2026. Iran reported at least 14 killed and responded with drone strikes on US-linked sites in the Gulf region.

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The US military says it has struck 90 targets in Iran. Iran says it sent drone strikes on US-linked sites in the Gulf.

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