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Iranians across their own country, in the United States and across the world have been celebrating the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei after coordinated U.S. and Israeli strikes continue. Iranians were first in disbelief but now they dare to dream their country will be free from the brutal Muslim regime of the Ayatollah. Many Iranians who's families fled in the 1970's remember an Iran, in the heart of the Middle East but with Western ideas of promoting individual liberty, democratic governance, and self-rule.

FOX’s Tonya J. Powers speaks with Nazee Moinian, associate fellow at the Middle East Institute in Washington, D.C. and author of the book, "Narratives of Grievance in Iran’s Foreign Policy," who shares her family's story and explains why Iranians are so grateful to the United States and Israel for this military action against tyranny.

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February's jobs numbers are a disappointment, as the Labor Department reported the U.S. economy shed 92,000 jobs last month. Meanwhile, military conflict in Iran has sparked a surge in oil prices, raising concerns over how high they could go and how long the increase will last. Michael Lee, founder of Michael Lee Strategy, joins FOX Business Contributor Lou Basenese to discuss the jobs data, the Mideast conflict's impact on energy, and why investors have reasons to be optimistic despite some of the recent economic headlines. Then, Lee discusses which AI companies he’s watching and why the fear of AI killing software jobs may be overblown.
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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is being removed from her role following a difficult week of congressional hearings and mounting questions about her leadership. Meanwhile, military strikes on Iran continue alongside concerns on Capitol Hill over the duration of Operation Epic Fury, the extent of the President's authority to act against Iran, and energy prices. FOX News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joins the Rundown to discuss the political fight at home over the conflict, the intelligence behind the "imminent threat" from Iran’s nuclear program, and how rising energy costs could shape voter sentiment ahead of the midterms.

The modern battlefield is changing, driven largely by the rise of drones. The U.S. military has deployed one-way attack drones in combat against Iran for the first time, marking a significant escalation in a conflict defined by massive drone and missile barrages. Meanwhile, U.S. forces are learning firsthand the challenges of neutralizing Iran's drone arsenal. Former Army Special Ops intelligence analyst and FOX News Contributor Brett Velicovich joins to discuss the evolution of military drone strategy, the high cost of using sophisticated interceptors against low-cost enemy tech, and the rising threat of weaponized commercial drones.

Plus, commentary by Jason Rantz, Host of the Jason Rantz Show and author of “What’s Killing America.”

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Israel has launched a new wave of intense airstrikes on Iran and Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. Israeli forces say they targeted key infrastructure linked to the Iranian government, including a missile launcher in Qom and an air defense system in Isfahan. The IDF is also heavily targeting the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and the Basij militia, Iran's volunteer paramilitary force, who were both behind the violent, bloody crackdown on protesters in January.

FOX’s Jonathan Savage speaks with Trey Yingst, chief foreign correspondent for the FOX News Channel, reporting from Tel Aviv, Israel, who says operations to destroy Iranian missile capabilities are a major focus now.

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For many Iranian Americans, the news of the Ayatollah’s death marked the closing of a painful chapter that began decades ago when families fled the regime’s rise. As the U.S. remains divided over the recent strikes, with the latest FOX News poll showing support split nearly 50-50, many in the Iranian diaspora are reflecting on their past while cautiously hoping for a different future for the country they once called home. Iranian American journalist and activist Tabby Refael and board-certified physician Dr. Houman Hemmati join the Rundown to share why the moment feels “bittersweet,” and what they believe could come next for Iran and its people. In the wake of Colin Gray’s conviction for his role in the 2024 Apalachee High School shooting, a critical dialogue has emerged regarding parental accountability, and the preventable nature of gun violence. Board-certified forensic psychiatrist Dr. Dan Bober joins to discuss the tragic combination of adolescent grievances and easy firearm access, the psychological script that leads marginalized youth to idolize past shooters, and his expert advice for parents on identifying warning signs of potential violent intent.

Plus, commentary by FOX News contributor, Joe Concha.

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