PBS NewsHour
PBS News Hour full episode, June 15, 2026
President Trump heralds a new, controversial Iran cease-fire deal and a novel sunscreen ingredient gains FDA approval, while a Princeton professor challenges America's self-perception on its 250th anniversary.
PBS News Hour full episode, May 6, 2026
President Trump expresses cautious optimism about a potential deal to end the U.S.-Iran war, while a new poll reveals widespread American disapproval of the conflict and its economic impact, alongside rising anti-Muslim sentiment in Texas and a look back at media pioneer Ted Turner's legacy.
WATCH: Hesgeth says more than 15,000 enemy targets have been hit in Iran conflict
US military officials claim unprecedented success in decimating Iran's military capabilities, hitting over 15,000 targets in 10 days and destroying its defense industrial base, while dismissing critical media as 'fake news.'
WATCH: Hegseth says Tuesday will be 'most intense day of strikes' on Iran
Military leaders provided an update on 'Operation Epic Fury,' detailing significant degradation of Iran's missile and drone capabilities, naval assets, and industrial base, while emphasizing a scoped mission to prevent nuclear weapons and avoid past 'quagmires.'
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