Bloomberg News Now covers escalating Middle East tensions as Iran steps up attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, driving crude oil prices higher. The report also marks the three-year anniversary of the October 7 attacks, noting the political fallout for Israeli PM Netanyahu and a recent failed hijacking attempt. In the US, the administration proposes a $100,000 fee for international students in work programs, while Tropical Storm Isaias threatens Gulf Coast oil facilities. Additionally, Apple partners with LG to expand its smart home ecosystem, and markets react to rising mortgage rates and fall…