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Explosions Rock Tehran and Jerusalem as War with US and Israel Enters 5th Day

Conflict between Iran, US, and Israel intensifies with new attacks

Trump Offers U.S. Navy Escort, Insurance for Tankers in Persian Gulf

Move aims to restore oil shipments through Strait of Hormuz amid security concerns

Texas Congressional Candidates Weigh In on U.S. Attack on Iran

GOP candidates show support for Trump administration's decision, while some Democrats criticize it

Houston Scraps Plans for Pedestrian Bridge Near Middle School

City will move forward with bridge near Milby High but abandon project near HISD middle school

Sen. Ted Cruz discusses Iran, nuclear program, and Austin shooting on "Face the Nation"

The Texas Republican senator defends President Trump's decision to take military action against Iran.

Houston Reps Skip State of the Union Address

Local officials opt to engage with constituents instead of attending Trump's speech.

Venezuela's Attorney General and Ombudsman Resign

Tarek William Saab, a close Maduro ally, steps down amid ongoing criticism

Myanmar Resistance Leader Surrenders to Military After Clashes with Rival Force

The prominent leader of an independent resistance group was attacked by rivals loyal to the main opposition force.

U.S. and South Korea to Hold Joint Military Exercises in March Amid Tensions with North

The annual spring military drills aim to bolster defense capabilities between the allies.

Venezuela Alleges Forced Opening of Diplomatic Pouch at Panamanian Airport

The Venezuelan government claims a diplomatic pouch was forcibly opened at the Tocumen International Airport in Panama.

U.S. Unhappy Over Ukrainian Attacks Impacting Russian Oil Interests

State Department voices concern over strikes on Novorossiysk port

Ukraine Faces $588 Billion Recovery Bill Over Next Decade

Joint report by Ukraine, World Bank, EU, and UN outlines massive rebuilding costs.

France Seeks to Limit US Ambassador Charles Kushner's Direct Access to Government

Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot requested that the US ambassador no longer have direct contact with government officials.

Colombia Held Responsible for Killing of Human Rights Defender in 2000

Inter-American Court of Human Rights rules against Colombia in 2000 murder case

Tucker Suggests Genetic Testing to Determine Land Rights

Huckabee agrees that Abraham's descendants should have claim to the land.

Fort Worth-based Pizza Chain Expands to Houston

Mr Gatti's plans growth after acquisition by OneRyan Global

Trump's Greenland Push Divides Republicans, Poll Finds

AP-NORC survey shows Trump's bid to acquire Greenland has turned off many in his own party.

Trump's Greenland Push Divides Republicans, Poll Finds

New AP-NORC survey shows Trump's attempt to acquire Greenland has turned off many in his own party.

Trump's Greenland Push Divides GOP, New Poll Shows

About half of Republicans disapprove of his attempt to acquire the icebound territory, a new AP-NORC survey finds.

Trump's Greenland Push Divides Republicans, Poll Finds

New AP-NORC survey shows Trump's efforts to acquire Greenland have turned off many in his own party.

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