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Saudi Arabia ramps up security after oil facility attack

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said Wednesday that the country is beefing up security in the air and in the water, just hours before officials are expected to directly place blame on Iran for an attack on oil facilities. To make sure an attack like this doesn’t happen again, Saudi Arabia has joined a U.S.-backed force to protect vital shipping lanes and oil facilities, while asking South Korea to help bolster air defenses. Ian lee reports. Source

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Former FBI agent offers inside look at Trump’s relationship with James Comey

Josh Campbell served as special assistant to former FBI Director James Comey, and was with Comey the day President Trump fired him. The former special agent details his experiences in a new book, which provides a behind-the-scenes look at the beginnings of the FBI investigation into Russian election meddling. It’s called, “Crossfire Hurricane: Inside Donald Trump’s War on the FBI.” Campbell joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss his new book. Source

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Democratic donor arrested after multiple men overdose in his home

A prominent Democratic donor is accused of running a drug den out of his Southern California home. Ed Buck is being held on $4 million bail after his arrest overnight. Two men have died in his West Hollywood home from apparent overdoses since 2017. A third man survived an overdose last week. Nikki Battiste reports. Source

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Ties to Trump and U.S. loom large in tight Israeli election

Israel is headed for new political instability, as the nation’s parliamentary elections ended in an apparent tie between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s party and that of his main challenger. The results are similar to the previous vote just five months ago. Netanyahu is battling for more than his political survival: He’s facing possible indictment on corruption charges, and wants a parliament that will approve legislation granting him immunity from prosecution. Seth Doane reports. Source

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