New York Times

1. Iran War Live Updates: U.S. and Iran Trade Strikes, Further Threatening Negotiations

   The U.S. military said Iran had launched a ballistic missile toward Kuwait. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said it had targeted an unspecified U.S. base in retaliation for earlier strikes.

2. The Mideast Is Baffled by Trump’s Call to Expand Abraham Accords

   The president said more countries should be required to recognize Israel as part of a deal to end the war with Iran. Analysts say the chances of that happening are close to zero.

3. Oil Prices Climb on Renewed Hostilities in Middle East

   Oil prices jumped after the U.S. said it shot down four Iranian attack drones, casting doubt once again on the prospects for a peace deal.

4. Lebanese Resigned to a Long War, Even if U.S. and Iran Make a Deal

   Few in Lebanon believe that diplomatic efforts to end the wider war will bring peace to their country, as clashes between Israel and Hezbollah intensify in the south.

5. Why Texas Students Are Being Tackled and Tasered, and Trump’s Latest Target for Retribution

   Plus, inside the hunt for cheap gas.