Trump threatens more strikes on Iran after Tehran fires back at countries in the region

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The United States has launched airstrikes against Iran, and Tehran fired back at countries in the region. The escalating attacks Wednesday threatened to derail efforts to end the war. U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Tehran would “pay the price” for stalled peace negotiations. Trump’s warning came hours after Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan came under Iranian fire. It was the second time this week that back-and-forth strikes have tested a two-month ceasefire. Iran and Israel targeted each other on Monday. It was not clear what Trump’s comments would mean for Tehran.