U.S. military launches strikes on Iranian targets as nuclear talks stall

U.S. Navy and Air Force units carried out strikes against multiple targets in Iran on Wednesday. The action followed a warning earlier that day that Iranian leaders had taken too long to engage in diplomacy. m. ET against targets in Minab, Bandar Abbas, and Jask along the Strait of Hormuz.

Officials described the strikes as a response to Iran's continued aggression.

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Defense Secretary told reporters the strikes were intended to enhance Washington's diplomatic position. He said Iranian leaders were choosing to play games rather than negotiate. Explosions were reported in the three coastal cities after the strikes.

The Pentagon's top official stated the operation sought to strengthen the U.S. hand in negotiations over Iran's nuclear program. This is a developing story.