The Big Story Big Headlines: Mixed messaging from U.S. leaders around the war in Iran, while gunshots ring out at the U.S. consulate in Toronto
Mar 10, 2026
Mixed messages from U.S. leaders about conflict with Iran and tense developments around timing and intensity. Shots rang out at the U.S. consulate in Toronto, causing damage but no injuries. Australia granted visas to Iranian women soccer players after anthem-related backlash. Students in Havana staged a rare protest over power and internet issues. TikTok Canada cleared to keep operating under new safety conditions.
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Mixed Messaging From U.S. Leadership On Iran
- U.S. leaders gave mixed signals about the Iran war's duration, alternating between a quick "excursion" and promises of prolonged, decisive strikes.
- Donald Trump called it a "little excursion" and said it would be over soon, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned of ongoing intense strikes on the U.S. timeline.
Australia Grants Visas To Iranian Soccer Players
- Australia granted humanitarian visas to five Iranian women's soccer players after they refused to sing Iran's anthem and faced backlash.
- The players are under police protection in a safe location and Australia said other team members may stay if they wish.
Rare Student Protest In Havana Over Power Outages
- University of Havana students staged a rare hours-long protest over frequent power outages and expensive, unreliable internet.
- CNN's Patrick Oppmann noted tight official presence and students citing the U.S. oil blockade and collapsing grid as causes.