Uncertainty ahead for Iran while Canadians stuck in Middle East amid conflict

Uncertainty ahead for Iran while Canadians stuck in Middle East amid conflict

Author: Global News March 2, 2026 Duration: 26:08
War in the Middle East as more U.S. and Israeli strikes target Iran, while the regime hits back against Israel and other countries in the region. Plus, we speak to the Canadians caught in the crossfire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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