World News Tonight with David Muir Full Episode: Thursday March 19, 2026
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Mar 20, 2026 James Longman, ABC News chief international correspondent reporting from the region. He breaks down a reported F-35 strike over Iran and the pilot’s condition. He discusses the Pentagon’s $200 billion war funding request and why allies may not have been notified before strikes. He also covers a near midair collision at Newark and the unfolding Barcelona missing-person recovery.
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Stealth Jet Reportedly Hit Over Iran
- A U.S. F-35 stealth fighter was reportedly hit while on a combat mission over Iran, raising new questions about stealth vulnerabilities.
- James Longman highlights that the pilot landed at a U.S. base in stable condition amid intensified Iranian strikes on regional energy infrastructure.
Iran Conflict Driving U.S. Gas Price Spike
- The war in Iran is directly affecting global and U.S. gasoline prices, with U.S. pump prices up about 97 cents per gallon since the conflict began.
- James Longman notes President Trump called the conflict an "excursion" and suggested prices could have been worse without U.S. action.
Congress Should Demand Clarity Before Funding
- The Pentagon plans to request an additional $200 billion to fund the war in Iran, prompting lawmakers to demand more details before approving funds.
- Mary Bruce reports the administration says early costs exceeded $11 billion in the first week, and officials acknowledge the figure could change.