PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 9th, 2026: Ukraine Strikes Dozens Of Russian Ships & U.S.-Iran Strikes Intensify

The President's Daily Brief · Jul 9, 2026 · 14m

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Ukraine opens a new front in its campaign against Russia's wartime economy, launching an unprecedented wave of drone strikes against dozens of oil tankers tied to Moscow's shadow fleet. We explain why these ships have become one of Kyiv's highest-value targets. The United States and Iran continue trading strikes as the latest round of fighting intensifies. We'll bring you the latest developments and what they could mean for the broader region. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting…