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Rep. Elise Stefanik, a Republican from New York, has accused the FBI of covering up Iranian election interference to benefit Democrats in the upcoming presidential election. Stefanik claims the FBI has refused to answer her questions about a reported Iranian hack of the Trump campaign in 2020, which allegedly involved the dissemination of stolen data to the Biden campaign and media outlets. She believes the FBI is acting as an arm of the Democratic Party and is intentionally hiding information that could be damaging to the Biden administration.

The UK government has issued travel advisories for 18 countries, including popular tourist destinations in the Middle East, due to escalating tensions and recent military actions. The warnings urge travelers to reconsider their plans and exercise caution, highlighting potential risks and the importance of staying informed.

Israel’s recent air strikes on Iran using F-35 stealth fighters have sent shockwaves through the region and highlighted the aircraft’s lethal capabilities. While the attacks have raised concerns about potential escalation and the cost of the F-35 program, they have also solidified Israel’s military dominance and demonstrated its unwavering resolve in the face of Iranian aggression.

Shares of Exxon Mobil Corp (XOM) are trading lower on Monday as crude oil prices experience a sharp decline, fueled by investor concerns over the potential impact of Israel’s airstrikes on Iran’s oil infrastructure. Despite the strikes targeting military facilities and not directly hitting oil production, the market remains apprehensive about the broader implications for regional stability.

Occidental Petroleum (OXY) shares are down on Monday, following a broader decline in the oil sector. The move comes after Israel reportedly launched airstrikes on Iran over the weekend, targeting military sites but sparing oil and nuclear facilities. This news, along with the broader market sentiment, is impacting OXY’s share price.

BP plc shares experienced a 1.70% decline on Monday, reaching $30.99, as crude oil prices plummeted over 6%. The downturn in oil prices, triggered by targeted Israeli airstrikes in Iran, has put pressure on BP’s stock ahead of its third-quarter earnings report scheduled for Tuesday. The company, a major player in global energy markets, is highly sensitive to oil price fluctuations.

Following Israel’s military strikes on Iran over the weekend, major oil companies saw their stock prices decline, reflecting investor concerns about potential geopolitical instability impacting the oil sector. While the impact on oil supplies is anticipated to be limited, the market remains sensitive to ongoing tensions in the region.

Following limited Israeli military strikes on Iranian sites, oil prices experienced a sharp decline of over 4% on Monday. While the strikes were deemed ‘limited,’ analysts are closely watching the situation as any disruption to Iran’s oil production could have significant implications for global energy markets.

Elon Musk’s social media platform X (formerly Twitter) has suspended the newly created account of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei after only two posts. The suspension comes amidst ongoing tensions between Iran and the West, and has sparked debate about the platform’s content moderation policies.

Amidst escalating tensions in the Middle East, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has refrained from immediate retaliation to Israeli airstrikes, while Egypt has proposed a two-day ceasefire in Gaza for the release of hostages. This news comes as Israel’s war in Gaza and airstrikes in Iran continue to escalate regional tensions.