3 U.S. personnel killed in Iran conflict. And, Hunter Biden opens up to NPR
The U.S. military continues airstrikes in Iran following the death of three service members in Jordan. Meanwhile, the UK welcomes a new prime minister, and Spain secures the 2026 World Cup title.
Why it matters
Escalating military conflict in the Middle East and major political shifts in the UK have significant implications for global stability and economic policy.
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The U.S. military carried out a wave of airstrikes in Iran over the weekend after announcing that a third U.S. service member had been killed in military operations since Friday. U.S. Central Command said two died in an Iranian missile and drone attack in Jordan, while the remains of an unidentified person were recovered at the same site. The U.S. has now bombed Iran for nine consecutive nights.
The House has one week before lawmakers leave for the August recess. During that time, House Speaker Mike Johnson is aiming to secure more defense funding, advance the president's election-integrity bill, implement a stock-trading ban for lawmakers and extend federal funding beyond the November election.
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