Top Stories • March 31, 2026

President Trump is weighing whether to launch a U.S. ground invasion of Iran, with Marines and elements of the 82nd Airborne now in position as Tehran refuses negotiations without a ceasefire. Tensions with allies are growing, as Italy denies base access, Spain blocks U.S. military flights, and France reportedly refuses overflight clearance. Global markets are reacting, with U.S. gas prices rising after an attack on a Kuwaiti tanker. On the ground, Israel approved the death penalty for certain West Bank attacks while fighting intensifies in southern Lebanon.

Daniel Compatangelo reports.