International Developments: U.S.-Iran Strikes, UK Sanctions, Smithsonian Leadership Change

Why it matters locally: The ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran could indirectly affect global energy markets, which may have implications for Louisiana's oil and gas industry and related sectors.

Military exchanges continue between the United States and Iran. Both nations have engaged in a series of strikes. In Europe, the United Kingdom announced sanctions against Israeli settlements. British officials stated these sanctions came in response to accusations of 'ethnic cleansing' against settlers. Separately, Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch III has resigned from his role. The institution has not yet named a successor.