Greetings, TicToc readers! Thursday's almost over. Here's what's happening: But first...  U.S. blames Iran for oil tanker attackThe U.S. blamed Iran for an attack on a pair of oil tankers near the Persian Gulf Thursday, despite denials from Tehran and a lack of evidence. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said the incident near a key waterway for oil transit is part of a "campaign" of "escalating tension" by Iran and a threat to international peace and stability, but offered no evidence. More: - "The U.S. will defend its forces, interests and stand with our partners and allies to safeguard global commerce and regional stability," Pompeo said.
Iranian officials denied any involvement, with Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif suggested one of Iran's enemies may have been behind the attacks: "Suspicious doesn't begin to describe what likely transpired," he tweeted.
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Sign up today.  Don't miss thisMystery voice. The National Sound Library of Mexico released audio that may be the only known recording of Frida Kahlo."Here's your new Air Force One." Trump showed his red, white and blue vision for the next generation of the presidential plane. Parting with paintings. Alex Rodriguez is auctioning off two works by Jean-Michel Basquiat and Richard Prince that could fetch $6 million.  Before you goYou don't see that every day. Kim Kardashian West stopped by the White House to tout criminal justice reform alongside Trump, who praised her "good genes" and predicted, "soon she'll be one of the most successful lawyers."  Thanks for reading! Watch your inbox for our next newsletter tomorrow. Until then, share TicToc Tonight with your friends.
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