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US Says Talks Continue As Strikes Cripple Iran

PUBLISHED Mar 25, 2026, 4:31 PM ET

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US Says Talks Continue As Strikes Cripple Iran

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Washington, DC — On March 26 the White House said U.S. forces have conducted strikes on Iranian military and coastal facilities under Operation Epic Fury while backchannel talks with Tehran continue; officials declined to identify Iranian interlocutors and described the campaign as degrading Iran's missile and naval capabilities. The administration said the campaign is designed to run four to six weeks and has reached about its 25th day, with spokespeople warning Iran against further resistance; President Trump has told advisors he seeks to end the conflict within weeks and U.S. officials briefed lawmakers on recent operations.

By Daniel Hayes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Operation Epic Fury began and has progressed into roughly its 25th day, per U.S. statements.
Over a recent weekend, U.S. forces struck underground coastal facilities reportedly storing anti-ship missiles and mobile launchers.
The White House publicly claimed destruction of more than 140 Iranian naval vessels, including nearly 50 mine layers.
The administration confirmed backchannel talks with Iranian officials but declined to identify the Iranian interlocutors.
President Trump has reportedly told advisors he aims to conclude the conflict within a four-to-six-week timeframe.

News Intelligence

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Media Bias

Articles Published:: 6
Right Leaning:: 2
Left Leaning:: 1
Neutral:: 3

Who Benefited

The U.S. government and defense industry stand to consolidate strategic leverage and secure contracts as the administration cites successful strikes and degraded Iranian capabilities.

Who Impacted

Iran's military and naval forces, regional commerce reliant on the Strait of Hormuz, and civilians in affected areas have experienced physical and economic damage according to U.S. statements.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 6
Right Leaning:: 2
Left Leaning:: 1
Neutral:: 3
Distribution:: Left 17%, Center 50%, Right 33%

Who Benefited

The U.S. government and defense industry stand to consolidate strategic leverage and secure contracts as the administration cites successful strikes and degraded Iranian capabilities.

Who Impacted

Iran's military and naval forces, regional commerce reliant on the Strait of Hormuz, and civilians in affected areas have experienced physical and economic damage according to U.S. statements.