New York Times

1. How Trump Decided to Go to War

   President Trump’s embrace of military action in Iran was set off by the determination of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel to end diplomatic negotiations. Our investigative reporter Mark Mazzetti describes how few of Mr. Trump’s advisers voiced opposition.

2. Iran Made Secret Outreach After Strikes, Highlighting Trump’s Challenge

   President Trump is beginning to consider what sort of Iranian government might come next, as the U.S.-Israeli assault continues.

3. U.S. Submarine Torpedoed Iranian Warship Off Sri Lanka as Conflict Widens

   Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said it was the first such strike since World War II. The Sri Lankan authorities said they had rescued 32 sailors from the crew of 180.

4. These American Service Members Have Died in the Iran Conflict

   They were from Nebraska, Florida, Iowa and Minnesota. One was wrapping up his final deployment and hoped to open a martial arts studio.

5. Talarico’s Win in Texas Shows That Nice Guys Can Finish First

   At a moment when many Democrats are campaigning on rage and resistance, James Talarico took a different tack in his campaign in the Texas Senate primary.