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Mar 1, 2026 · President Trump launched a wide-ranging attack on Iran after weeks-long lobbying by an unusual pair of U.S. allies in the Middle East: Israel and Saudi Arabia.

2 days ago · The Washington Post offers breaking local news, weather and traffic information for the DC, Maryland and Virginia metro areas, plus information about school districts, crime, government, …

Feb 28, 2026 · The Washington Post has verified several videos that show explosions near a U.S. naval base in Manama, Bahrain, as Iran continues retaliating to the U.S.-Israel operation.

Mar 6, 2026 · The targeting information has included the locations of American warships and aircraft in the Middle East, the officials said.

3 days ago · Trump Rules: Trump and his aides are rewriting the rules of power in Washington. Which of their changes are temporary, and which will endure? A Washington Post series.

Mar 4, 2026 · The Washington Post Obituaries section has Washington D.C., Maryland and Virginia obituaries, appreciations and death notices as well as historical obits and celebrity obituaries.

Feb 2, 2026 · After a decade of unprecedented spending growth, Washington state Democrats, who have largely controlled the state government for 40 years, are now proposing an unconstitutional …

Mar 2, 2026 · How concerned are they about a full-scale war with Iran? The Washington Post texted 1,003 Americans on Sunday to ask. More Americans oppose the strikes than support them, the flash …