The United States continued military strikes on Iran for a third night, with officials saying the goal is to reduce Iran’s ability to attack civilians and commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump also announced a 20 percent fee on cargo passing through the strait, saying it would help cover the cost of protecting the waterway. The United Arab Emirates reported that two oil tankers were hit by Iranian cruise missiles in Omani waters, resulting in the death of one Indian national and injuries to several others, and called on Iran to stop its aggressive actions. In South Carolina, Gov. Henry McMaster appointed Darline Graham Nordone, the sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, to serve the rest of his term. She accepted the appointment and is expected to be sworn in quickly, with state leaders and national figures offering support. Former Gov. Mark Sanford said he has received calls encouraging him to run for the seat in the future, but he is currently focused on mourning Graham’s passing. In Washington, senators honored Lindsey Graham on the Senate floor, placing a black drape and white roses on his desk as colleagues shared emotional tributes. Separately, survivors of Jeffrey Epstein released a video urging the Senate to oppose Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general, accusing him of mishandling sensitive victim information. Blanche and the Justice Department acknowledged mistakes but said they were trying to follow transparency laws and corrected issues when notified.