NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Tuesday, March 17, 2026
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Mar 18, 2026 Featuring NBC News correspondents like Gabe Gutierrez (national reporter), Richard Engel (foreign correspondent), Maggie Vespa (weather reporter) and others. They cover a senior resignation tied to the Iran war, strikes and embassy attacks, a historic blizzard and travel chaos, bodycam and security footage, Cuba hospital woes, a daytime meteor boom, viral human-interest moments, and major breaking incidents.
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Trump Publicly Pressures Allies Over Hormuz
- The Trump administration signaled frustration with NATO and European allies over Strait of Hormuz support.
- President Trump publicly criticized allies for not sending minesweepers and said the U.S. can act alone, elevating diplomatic tensions.
Targeted Strikes Hit Officials Behind Protest Crackdowns
- Recent strikes targeted Iranian officials tied to violent protest crackdowns, altering regional dynamics.
- Israel killed Ali Larejani and a top Basij commander, both linked to January's deadly suppression of protesters and carrying U.S. bounties.
State Department Orders Worldwide Embassy Security Reviews
- The State Department ordered global security reviews over spillover risks from the Iran conflict.
- A reviewed cable instructed all embassies and consular facilities to immediately reassess security amid possible regional escalation.