Squiz Today The growing toll of the Iran war, and it's over for Kyle and Jackie 'O'
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Mar 3, 2026 Coverage of the rising death toll and widening Iran conflict and its regional spillover. Questions about Iran's leadership and large consular efforts for citizens abroad. Warnings about petrol panic buying, supply risks and possible price gouging. Big local media shakeup as a high-profile breakfast show ends and its presenter faces suspension. Plus a record-priced Angus bull sale.
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Iran Conflict Escalation And Rising Casualties
- The Iran war is widening with multiple countries now involved, raising casualties across Iran, the US, Israel and Lebanon.
- Andrew Williams and Alice Dempster note 787 deaths in Iran, six US service members, 11 in Israel and 40 in Lebanon as the conflict expands.
Hezbollah Clashes Pull Lebanon Into Wider War
- Hezbollah and the IDF exchanging strikes has pulled Lebanon deeper into the conflict and Israel says it will use force against both Hezbollah and Iran.
- Andrew Williams reports Israel moved extra troops into southern Lebanon and Netanyahu ruled out talks and said operations will continue.
Avoid Panic Buying Petrol
- Avoid panic buying petrol because supply disruptions from the Strait of Hormuz threat could be temporary and reserves exist.
- Alice Dempster and Andrew Williams relay Chris Bowen's warning and note Australia has about 36 days of petrol in reserves, not the ideal 90 days.