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US launches new airstrikes against Iran hours after Trump threatens to escalate

Published July 9, 2026 at 10:35 PM UTC

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The United States has intensified its military operations against Iran, conducting airstrikes on Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz for the second consecutive day. These actions aim to deter Tehran from attacking commercial vessels in the strategic waterway. On Wednesday, U.S. forces launched cruise missiles targeting two railway bridges in northeastern Iran. Iranian state media reported strikes in coastal areas, including Bandar Abbas, Sirik, Chabahar, and Lavan Island. The escalating conflict has raised regional concerns, with Kuwait's army reporting the interception of hostile missile and drone attacks, and Bahrain sounding air raid sirens. President Trump disclosed that Iranian officials had reached out, expressing interest in negotiating. U.S. Central Command confirmed ongoing operations to diminish Iran’s capacity to disrupt maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. The situation remains fluid, with additional updates anticipated.