New York Times

1. Trump-Iran Timeline: Key Moments Leading Up to War

   President Trump’s aggressive stance toward Iran, during his first term and since returning to office last year, is key to understanding the conflict.

2. Trump’s Move to Seize Oil Tankers Costs the U.S. Tens of Millions of Dollars

   Although President Trump said seizing tankers would be a financial boon, the cost of maintaining just one aging ship has already reached $47 million.

3. All 6 Crew Members Killed in U.S. Refueling Plane Crash in Iraq, Military Says

   The crash was not caused by hostile or friendly fire, U.S. Central Command said. All six crew members died, it said, bringing the number of U.S. service members killed in the Iran conflict to at least 13.

4. Wall Street Bankers Offered Lucrative Access to Join the Pentagon

   A presentation from a headhunting firm aimed to recruit Wall Street investors to the Pentagon by offering “unmatched access” to government officials and fund-raising opportunities among foreign sovereigns.

5. Pete Hegseth Says ‘the Sooner David Ellison’ Buys CNN, ‘the Better’

   The remarks fueled concerns that CNN’s prospective new owner may shift its coverage in a Trump-friendly direction.