In Exchange of Strikes With Iran, U.S. Lands Most of the Blows

The New York Times | July 9, 2026, 2:50 p.m. | Original
This difference reflects Iran’s limited firepower and degraded air defenses, and highlights how the war is taking a disproportionate toll on Iranians.
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