PBS News Hour - Full Show March 9, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Mar 10, 2026
Coverage of Iran choosing a new supreme leader and shifting regional conflict dynamics. An extended interview with Iran's foreign minister on leadership continuity and views toward the U.S. and Israel. Analysis of oil market shocks, rising gas prices, and risks to global shipping. Discussions on potential wider regional escalation and implications for domestic politics and consumer costs.
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Iran Warns Escalation Will Spread And Hit Regional U.S. Assets
- Iran warns that attacks on its facilities will spread conflict and disrupt global energy, implying willingness to target regional bases and assets.
- Araqchi noted Iran would strike U.S. bases and installations in the region because it cannot reach American soil.
Iran Blames U.S. For Lethal Minab School Strike
- Iran disputes responsibility for the Minab school strike and asserts U.S. culpability based on footage and media analysis.
- Araqchi claimed consensus among 'neutral sources' and American media/intelligence that an American missile caused the deaths of schoolgirls.
Iran Denies Intentional Civilian Targeting While Accusing U.S.
- Iran denies deliberately targeting civilians, admitting possible collateral damage while accusing U.S. strikes of hitting schools and hospitals.
- Araqchi contrasted Iranian strikes as defensive with U.S. actions he described as deliberately targeting civilian infrastructure including desalination plants.