President Trump posted several videos and images on social media showing explosions following strikes on Iran.

In the early hours of July 9, Noor News, citing a military source, said Iran’s missile and drone forces would "in the coming minutes" carry out large-scale strikes on US military bases in the Middle East.

On July 9 aboard Air Force One returning to the United States, President Trump told reporters Iran had just called and was "very eager" to reach an agreement, though he said he was unsure whether it "deserved" one. He said the US has "already won militarily" and Iran "has nothing left," and when asked why Iran would attack merchant ships if it seeks a deal he said they are "a bit crazy, out of control" but still eager for a deal.