10AM ET 03/01/2026 Newscast - Fox News Hourly Update

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Fox News Hourly Update – 10AM ET, March 1, 2026

Host: Ann Kerik, Fox News Podcasts
Episode Theme:
A fast-paced news roundup focused on escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, global protest responses, U.S. political reactions, domestic security alerts, and a mass shooting in Austin, TX.

Main Story: Escalation Between Israel and Iran

Tensions Erupt Following Assassination

[00:02] Ann Kerik opens with the aftermath of strikes that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader and over 40 top officials.
[00:14] Trey Yingst (Reporting from Tel Aviv):
- Israel launches new strikes targeting an IRGC command center allegedly used to suppress protests.
- Iranian response intensifies: “Some of those missiles are slipping through. One of those missiles slammed into a building in the central part of Tel Aviv. One person was killed there. Another woman died running to a shelter.” (Trey Yingst, 00:27)
- Air raid sirens sound persistently; Iranian regime vows to escalate: “There were air raid sirens sounding and new threats from the Iranian regime that they will increase their fire.” (Trey Yingst, 00:44)
[00:50] Civilian impact:
- At least 8 reported Israeli deaths; Iranian authorities claim “hundreds” of casualties (injured or dead).
- Strikes on Iran followed failed nuclear program talks.

Global Fallout: Protests & Unrest

US Consulate in Karachi Targeted

[00:50] In Pakistan, protests erupt after attacks in Iran:
- Hundreds storm US Consulate in Karachi; several are killed or injured.
[01:11] Jonathan Hunt notes law enforcement response:
- Protesters “driven back by local police forces. We do not believe that anybody at the US Consulate has been harmed in this. But it is another example and a stark one of the worldwide protest that could now happen for those who support the Iranian regime and who have traditionally been anti American.” (Jonathan Hunt, 01:22)

Domestic News: Austin Bar Shooting

Tragedy in Texas

[01:39] Report of a bar shooting at Buford’s in Austin:
- Three dead, 14 injured.
- Police fatally shot the male suspect after an armed encounter.

US Political Response: War Powers & Division

Congress Urgency & Party Splits

[02:32] With Operation Epic Fury underway, Democratic leaders in both chambers aim to expedite a war powers vote.
[02:44] Madeleine Rivera (Washington):
- “They want lawmakers to come back to D.C. ASAP for an immediate vote on the measure and they're demanding briefings from administration officials as well.” (Madeleine Rivera, 02:45)
- Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez voices strong opposition:
  - “The American people are once again dragged into a war they did not want by a president who does not care about the long term consequences of his actions. This war is unlawful, it is unnecessary and it will be catastrophic.” (Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, 02:54)
- Some Democrats (Josh Gottheimer, Greg Landsman, Tom Suozzi, Jared Moskowitz) break from party and oppose the war powers resolution, complicating the vote.

Homeland Security & FBI Response

Heightened Domestic Alert

[03:21] FBI steps up security posture after Iran strikes.
[03:33] Carmen Roberts summarizes:
- FBI Director Kash Patel places counterterrorism & intelligence teams nationwide on high alert:
  - “Patel posted on X that joint terrorism task forces nationwide are working around the clock to disrupt any potential threats to the homeland while the military handles force protection overseas.” (Carmen Roberts, 03:38)
- Heightened measures include increased surveillance & coordination with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.

Notable Quotes

Trey Yingst (Tel Aviv):
“This morning. The Israelis launched a new series of strikes targeting a command center… Some of those missiles are slipping through. One of those missiles slammed into a building in the central part of Tel Aviv.”
– [00:14 – 00:27]
Jonathan Hunt (Karachi):
“We do not believe that anybody at the US Consulate has been harmed in this. But it is another example and a stark one of the worldwide protest that could now happen...”
– [01:17 – 01:29]
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (via Madeleine Rivera):
“This war is unlawful, it is unnecessary and it will be catastrophic.”
– [02:54]
Carmen Roberts (on FBI alert):
“Joint terrorism task forces nationwide are working around the clock to disrupt any potential threats to the homeland...”
– [03:38]

Key Timestamps

00:02: Escalation between Israel & Iran, death of Iran’s Supreme Leader.
00:14: Detailed report of missile attack and civilian deaths in Tel Aviv.
00:50: Global protests; Karachi consulate stormed.
01:39: Austin, TX bar shooting.
02:32: US Congress accelerates War Powers action.
02:44: Political debate and AOC’s statement.
03:33: FBI & Homeland Security intensify alert.
04:11: Teaser for special coverage at noon.

Conclusion

The 10AM Fox News hourly update captures a world on edge: intensifying warfare between Israel and Iran spills across borders, drawing global protests and prompting swift US political and security responses. Domestic tragedies share airtime with international crises, highlighting a volatile and interconnected news landscape.

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Israel and Iran continue to trade attacks. I'm Ann Kerik, FOX News. The sparring follows strikes that killed Iran's Supreme Leader and 40 other top officials. Fox's Trey Yingst reports from Tel Aviv, Israel.
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This morning. The Israelis launched a new series of strikes targeting a command center that an Israeli intelligence source tells Fox News exclusively was used by the IRGC to to command the crackdown on protesters earlier this year. As the Iranians respond to these American and Israeli strikes, some of those missiles are slipping through. One of those missiles slammed into a building in the central part of Tel Aviv. One person was killed there. Another woman died running to a shelter. And today that missile fire has continued. Throughout the morning. There were air raid sirens sounding and new threats from the Iranian regime that they will increase their fire.
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There are at least eight reported deaths in Israel and more are possible. Iran reports hundreds of civilians injured or dead. The strikes on Iran followed failed negotiations regarding its nuclear program in Pakistan. Multiple people are dead, others injured. When hundreds of protesters stormed the US Consulate in Karachi following the attacks in Iran and the death of Iranian leaders.
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They have, as we understand it, been driven back by local police forces. We do not believe that anybody at the US Consulate has been harmed in this. But it is another example and a stark one of the worldwide protest that could now happen for those who support the Iranian regime and who have traditionally been anti American.
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Fox's Jonathan Hunt reporting. Three people are dead, 14 injured after a bar shooting in Austin, Texas. Police calls about a male shooter at Buford's in the city's entertainment district. On scene, police encountered a man with a gun and returned fire, killing the suspect. America's listening to FOX News.
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Democratic leaders in the House and Senate already were prepared to vote on war powers resolutions in the coming days. Now they are ready to speed up talks as Operation Epic Fury unfolds. Fox's Madeleine Rivera has the latest from Washington.
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They want lawmakers to come back to D.C. aSAP for an immediate vote on the measure and they're demanding briefings from administration officials as well, Congressman Alexandria Ocasio Cortez saying the American people are once again dragged into a war they did not want by a president who does not care about the long term consequences of his actions. This war is unlawful, it is unnecessary and it will be catastrophic. Still, some Democrats support the strikes on Iran and could cross party lines, making the math very complex. Representatives Josh Gotheimer, Greg Landsman, Tom Suozzi and Jared Moskowitz have already indicated they won't back a war powers resolution.
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The proposed resolution follows the death of Iran's supreme leader and 40 other Iranian officials and leaders killed in U S. Israeli joint strikes. The FBI escalates its domestic alert after strikes in Iran.
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FBI Director Kash Patel puts the bureau's counterterrorism and intelligence teams on high alert as US Military operations against Iran continue. Patel posted on X that joint terrorism task forces nationwide are working around the clock to disrupt any potential threats to the homeland while the military handles force protection overseas. A law enforcement source says the heightened posture typically includes increased surveillance and intelligence gathering. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says she's coordinating with federal partners to monitor and thwart threats. Carmen Roberts, FOX NEWS Coming up in
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about two hours at noon Eastern, Fox News radio special coverage of Operation Epic Fury. Fox's Jarrett Halpern and Jessica Rosenthal anchor the special one hour programming available on the Fox News app. I'm Ann Carrick and this is Fox News.
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