NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Saturday, March 21, 2026
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Mar 22, 2026 Raf Sanchez, a Middle East correspondent reporting on the ground, walks through recent strikes and regional fallout. He describes attacks on nuclear sites and attempted long-range strikes near a U.S.-British base. The conversation also touches on rapid oil market moves and wider regional tensions.
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Nuclear Sites Now Directly Targeted
- The Middle East conflict escalated with strikes near and on nuclear sites, raising international alarm about possible radioactive risks.
- Raf Sanchez reported Iran struck near Israel's Dimona site and hit Natanz, while the IAEA urged restraint to avoid nuclear accidents.
Energy Shock Risk From Strait of Hormuz Disruption
- The Iran war is sharply driving oil prices, threatening broad economic pain if the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted.
- Kathy Park noted U.S. crude near $100/barrel, warnings of $175 by airline CEO and $7/gal gasoline if the conflict drags on.
U.S. Allows Limited Sale Of Sanctioned Iranian Oil
- The Trump administration approved a limited sale of previously sanctioned Iranian oil to calm markets amid soaring prices.
- Treasury Secretary Scott Besson announced the move as U.S. crude hovered just below $100 per barrel.