The Rest of the World Report | Thursday, July 9, 2026 — Evening Edition

The Rest of the World Podcast · Jul 9, 2026 · 6m

The war that ended on June 17 has not ended. Iran reached out for a new deal. Trump doesn't know if they're worthy of one. And nine Palestinians were killed in Gaza on Wednesday — three of them children.

The US struck 90 targets in Iran on Wednesday. Iran struck US military targets in four Gulf states. Then Iran called asking for a new deal. Only 13 ships transited the Strait in the past 24 hours. The prewar average was 110.

Nine Palestinians were killed in Gaza on Wednesday. A 10-year-old in a tent for displaced families. A 6-year-old shot by Israeli gunfire. An 8-year-old in a civilian…