Iran Launches 30 Drones at Israeli Air Base in Negev; Trump Uncertain About Full-Scale War

Iran launched 30 drones at an Israeli air base in the Negev, Israel, on July 9, 2026, as part of a broader escalation in the region. The attack followed a day of strikes between the United States and Iran near the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Explosions were also reported in Bahrain, Qatar, and Kuwait, which are U.S. allies in the Gulf. France24 reported that Iran is betting Trump 'doesn't have the stomach to go back to full-scale war.' President Trump stated he does not know if full-scale conflict with Iran could be resumed. He added that if such a conflict were to resume, the United States would 'win it very quickly.' TASS reported these remarks, while France24 highlighted Iran's strategic assessment of Trump's potential reluctance to engage in a full-scale war. The situation remains volatile, with both sides demonstrating military capability and political posturing.