PBS News Hour - Full Show March 6, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
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Mar 6, 2026 David Brooks, columnist and commentator at The Atlantic, offers analysis on the widening war and its political fallout. He discusses the timing and justification for the Iran conflict. He examines public opinion, White House messaging, and congressional dynamics. Commentary also touches on military strain and regional escalation.
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U.S.-Israel Campaign Focuses On Military Decimation
- The U.S.-Israel campaign seeks to decimate Iran's military capacity and push for regime vulnerability rather than a detailed exit strategy.
- Leila Malana-Allen and reporting show strikes on Tehran, missile bases, and Iranian losses exceeding 1,300 casualties and damaged civilian sites including schools.
Cruise Passenger Locked Down During Missile Barrage
- A German tourist aboard a cruise in Doha described being locked in his cabin for five days as drones and missiles rained down.
- Leila Malana-Allen captured his fear watching interceptions and explosions from the ship's windows.
Russia Shared Real-Time Imagery With Iran
- U.S. officials say Russia shared real-time satellite data on U.S. troop movements with Iran, raising new strategic risks.
- Nick Schifrin reported the data helped track ship and aircraft movements, though Iran already used commercial imagery for static targets.