Asia stock markets slump and oil rises on fears Iran war may drag on
UK and other European markets opened a little higher but energy prices remain volatile. Source: Original News
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U.S. Takes Military Action in Ecuador Against ‘Terrorist Organizations’
U.S. Special Forces soldiers are advising and supporting Ecuadorian commandos on raids across the country against suspected drug shipment facilities and other drug-related sites. Source: Original News
5 Things to Know About James Talarico, Democratic Senate Hopeful in Texas
A Presbyterian seminarian, the Democrat has put his faith at the forefront of his political pitch. Source: Original News
What to Know About Jasmine Crockett, the Texas Democratic Senate Candidate
The congresswoman, who has established herself as a firebrand among fellow Democratic leaders, is looking to get on the ballot for Senate in November. Source: Original News
Mapping Damage to Iran’s Ballistic Missile Sites With Satellite Images
A New York Times analysis finds evidence of strikes on Iran’s underground ballistic missile sites and facilities targeted last June. Source: Original News
Congress Splits Over Iran War as Senate Faces a Vote
The administration’s shifting justifications for the military operation alarmed Democrats, who said no clear rationale had been given. Republicans struggled to echo the evolving explanations. Source: Original News
U.S. Releases Names of Soldiers Killed in War With Iran
Six U.S. troops were killed by an Iranian drone that exploded at a military base in Kuwait. Source: Original News
5 Things to Know About Representative Wesley Hunt of Texas
He entered the Republican Senate primary late and has been an underdog in the contest. Source: Original News
5 Things to Know About Senator John Cornyn of Texas
A longtime fixture of Republican politics in Texas, he has occasionally criticized President Trump. Source: Original News
5 Things to Know About Senate Candidate Ken Paxton of Texas
The Texas attorney general rode into office on a Tea Party wave and has faced several high-profile scandals during his tenure. Source: Original News