Global National with Dawna Friesen

The U.S. and Israel are not easing up on their intense attacks against Iran. But Iran isn't backing down either. Redmond Shannon reports on the unrelenting strikes across the Middle East, as oil prices surge. Mojtaba Khamenei will succeed his father, Ali Khamenei, as Iran's supreme leader. Jeff Semple reports from Erbil, Iraq on how Mojtaba is likely to seek revenge for his assassinated father, how he's an even bigger hardliner than his dad, and how Iraqis are caught in the crossfire of the war in Iran. Jackson Proskow reports on the White House's mixed messaging about its war goals, and the changing timeline for when the violence could end. David Akin looks at how MPs have a wide range of thoughts on what Canada should do about the war. Anne Gaviola explains how the violent conflict will also affect grocery prices and mortgages in Canada. Heidi Petracek speaks with some Iranians in Canada about the conflict, as well as their hopes and fears for what could come next. Plus, Australia has granted asylum to five members of the Iranian women's soccer team who were in the land down under for a tournament when the war began. Eric Sorensen explains how the players got caught up in the fallout of the war, and why some of them may choose to return to Iran as others stay in Australia.
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Iran names its new supreme leader as bombardments escalate in the Middle East conflict with the U.S. and Israel. Plus, from threats to drinking water, to surging fertilizer prices, a look at the widespread impacts of the war. And the struggle and hope of women in public office, on this International Women's Day.
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Questions swirl about who's in charge in Iran, as leadership apologizes for attacking neighbouring nations despite continued bombings. Plus, Canadians arrive back home after fleeing the war zone. And the new poll showing the vast divide between Americans and Canadians on how they view their fellow citizens.
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U.S. President Donald Trump says no deal is possible to end the attacks on Iran, unless Iran makes an "unconditional surrender." Mike Armstrong reports on the latest bombings, and how Israel is expanding its attacks on Lebanon. Eric Sorensen looks at who might lead Iran next. David Akin reports on Ottawa's efforts to help hundreds of Canadians escape the Middle East. Katherine Ward reports on the growing humanitarian crisis the war is causing. Candice Cole reports from Washington, D.C. about the U.S. Department of Justice releasing a new batch of the Jeffrey Epstein files, which contain disturbing allegations about Trump. You'll hear what one woman alleges Trump did to her when she was a teenager. Mackenzie Gray reports from Tokyo on the deals Prime Minister Mark Carney signed with Japan. And Heidi Petracek reports on some of the Canadian Paralympians vying for a place on the podium.
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As Iran is hit with new bombs and missiles, Jeff Semple reports from Van, Turkey, near Iran's northern border, on how the U.S. and Israeli strikes are fuelling anger among Iranians, and how the U.S. reportedly wants Kurdish forces to join the war. Jackson Proskow looks at how Trump wants a say in choosing Iran's next leader, with the Pentagon possibly preparing for a battle lasting months. The war is disrupting air travel around the globe, so Anne Gaviola shares some advice for anyone who's booked a flight. Mackenzie Gray reports on how Prime Minister Mark Carney won't rule out the Canadian military having a role in the war. Eric Sorensen explains how controlling oil transported through the Persian Gulf could reshape geopolitics. A trial is underway in New York, aimed at breaking up Live Nation and Ticketmaster. Heather Yourex-West explains why legal experts doubt the case could mean lower ticket prices for consumers. Plus, Punch the monkey makes progress and outgrows his orangutan stuffed plush toy.
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