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March 6, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode

Season 2026 Episode 51 | 57m 46s

Friday on the News Hour, President Trump demands "unconditional surrender" from Iran while Israel ramps up its strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon. The U.S. shows signs of a strained economy that's now facing even more uncertainty from the war with Iran. Plus, Americans who found themselves stranded abroad when the war started share their struggle trying to return to the U.S.

Aired: 03/05/26 | Expires: 04/05/26
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Extras
Iran receiving intelligence support from Russia, officials say
U.S. economy shows signs of strain as Iran war brings more uncertainty
Trump demands 'unconditional surrender' as war on Iran enters new phase
News Wrap: U.S. could start refunding invalidated tariffs in 45 days
Brooks and Capehart on Trump's decision to launch strikes on Iran
DOJ releases Epstein files containing sexual assault allegations against Trump
New documentary 'Immutable' follows student debate team as they find their voices
Americans stranded abroad as Iran war erupted describe struggle to return home
March 5, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
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