Hostilities in the Gulf heat up as U.S.-Iran peace talks stall

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Tensions escalate in the Gulf as U.S. accuses Iran of missile attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait, and other regional targets. Despite ongoing diplomatic efforts, peace talks between Washington and Tehran have stalled, intensifying regional security concerns.

Gulf hostilities flared anew on Wednesday, with the U.S. military saying Iranian missile attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait and other regional targets were either thwarted or failed, as diplomacy between Washington and Tehran showed little sign of progress.