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Iran tests missiles in Persian Gulf, Hormouz
Iran's state television says its Revolutionary Guards have tested nine new long- and medium-range missiles in war games that officials say are in response to U.S. and Israeli threats.
Oil rebounds slightly after second big drop
Oil prices rebounded slightly Wednesday in Asia after tumbling more than $5 in the previous session as traders worried about the health of the global economy cashed in gains from the recent rally.
US, Czech Republic sign defense agreement
The United States and leaders of the Czech Republic agreed Tuesday to place a radar system in this former Soviet satellite that would warn of long-range missiles coming to Europe from the Middle East. President Bush defended a languishing deal his administration negotiated to sell India nuclear fuel and technology, saying he reassured India's prime minister that the pact was important for both countries despite heavy opposition on both sides. Cindy McCain's jab to her husband's back came a second too late Tuesday to keep him from making a wisecrack about the health impact of Iran's main import from the United States: cigarettes.
News from around Wisconsin at 6:58 p.m. CDT
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - A longtime aide to state Sen. Bob Jauch will lead Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama's campaign in Wisconsin, the campaign announced Tuesday. Nuclear weapons? No way. But there are plenty of items on Iran's shopping list the United States is more than happy to supply: cigarettes, brassieres, bull semen and more.
Oregon gas prices drop slightly
Oregon gas prices have dropped ever so slightly - six-tenths of a penny, to be precise.
US moves against Iranian officials, companies
The Bush administration moved Tuesday to impose financial sanctions on Iranian officials and companies accused of helping the country develop nuclear weapons. Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Tuesday that he sees no possibility of a war between his country and the United States or Israel. More Iran Stories
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