New York Times

• Behind the Scenes, Vance Gathered Unvarnished Views of the Iran War

  Vice President JD Vance received sobering assessments about the war that did not line up with what he, President Trump and other top administration officials were saying publicly.

• Houthis Seize Strategic Red Sea Port, a Major Victory for Iranian Ally

  The Iran-backed militia routed Yemeni government forces in Mokha, putting the group in a stronger position to attack ships in a crucial waterway for global trade.

• Oil Prices Surge as Stocks and Bonds Wobble

  Crude oil hit its highest levels in months, bond yields continued to rise and stocks fell for a fourth consecutive session as investors worried about energy supplies and inflation.

• Some Republicans Balk at Trump’s $5,000 ‘Dividend’ Offer

  The president’s call to send a $5,000 “dividend” to every American adult if Republicans win the midterms disturbed some members of his party.

• The Supreme Court Blocks Missouri’s Voting Map, Again

  Also, Vance privately gathered unvarnished views of the Iran war. Here’s the latest at the end of Thursday.