Ukraine Expands War into Iran, Saudi Oil Exports Halted

The Ukrainian government has announced an expansion of its war into the Caspian Sea, targeting oil platforms and civilian ships in Iran's northern maritime border. At least one sailor was killed in the attack. The Iranian foreign minister claims it is an attempt by Israel to drag Europe into a war with Iran.

A Saudi oil refinery on the Red Sea adjacent to Yemen is on fire after Yemeni forces closed the Bab al-Mandab Strait to Saudi oil exports. This move follows previous retaliatory measures taken by Iran against US actions in the region, including closing the Strait of Hormuz to Gulf oil exports.

Convicted murderer Bryan Kohberger has petitioned to change his guilty plea for killing four University of Idaho students. He claims innocence and wants a trial, despite previously pleading guilty to the charges.