Fox News Hourly Update – 1AM ET 03/02/2026

Main Theme:
An urgent newscast highlighting escalating military tensions between the U.S., Israel, and Iran following major strikes, repercussions in the U.S. and global markets, as well as other breaking headlines including a mass shooting in Austin, TX and protests in Brazil.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Escalation Between the U.S., Israel, and Iran

• Iran Ceases Negotiations with U.S.
  • Iran's security chief, Ali Larajani, announced on X that Tehran will not negotiate with the U.S. after U.S.-Israeli strikes hit Iran over the weekend.
  • This refutes reports that Iran was seeking to restart talks with Washington.
  • [00:02] Ted Lindner: “Tehran will not negotiate with the US following the U.S.-Israeli strikes on the Islamic republic this weekend... continuing to pound Iran, dropping massive bombs on the country's ballistic sites and warships.”
• President Trump’s Response
  • On Truth Social, President Trump threatens further strikes, vowing retaliation for American military casualties.
  • [00:40] Trump (quoted): “We pray for the full recovery of the wounded and send our immense love and eternal gratitude to the families of the fallen. And sadly, there will likely be more before it ends. That’s the way it is.”
• Republican Support for Action
  • Congressman Pat Fallon supports the president’s approach, emphasizing Iran's long-standing support of terror groups.
  • [01:07] Pat Fallon: “It's something that's imperative to our national security to rid the world and it's in our American interest to have regime change in Tehran.”

2. Casualties and On-the-Ground Reporting from Israel

• Israeli Civilian Deaths
  • Ten Israelis killed following Iranian retaliatory strikes on major cities.
• Direct Missile Attacks
  • [01:26] Trey Inks in Tel Aviv:
    • “A ballistic missile slammed into the city of Jerusalem, causing significant damage and wounding at least seven people.”
    • Nine deaths near Jerusalem, six from the same family, as first responders searched rubble.
    • Air raid sirens active, with continued threats, especially in Haifa, Israel’s third largest city.

3. Congressional Involvement and War Powers Debate

• Congress Demands Briefing
  • Lawmakers request updates, set to be briefed by War Department Secretary Pete Hegseth, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and others.
  • Senate briefing scheduled for 3:30pm ET Tuesday; House at 5pm ET.
  • [02:32] Jill Naito: “The briefings come as several lawmakers consider a war powers resolution that would restrain President Trump's attack on Iran.”
  • Reminder of the War Powers Act: President must notify Congress within 48 hours of troop deployment.

4. Economic Repercussions

• Market Instability
  • Military escalation rattles markets:
    • Oil prices spike
    • Global shares, including a 2% drop in Japan’s Nikkei, fall over fears of supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.

5. Austin, TX Shooting Incident

• Deadly Attack Outside Bar
  • Three killed and 14 injured early Sunday; police investigating links to terrorism.
  • Shooter killed by police; three wounded remain in critical condition.
  • [03:48] Alex Doran, FBI San Antonio:
    • “It's still way too early in the process to determine an exact motivation, but there were indicators … that indicate potential nexus to terrorism.”

6. Protests in Brazil

• Bolsonaro Supporters Rally
  • Thousands rally against President Lula ahead of October’s elections, despite Bolsonaro’s imprisonment after a failed coup.
  • The country faces a politically volatile moment.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Ali Larajani's Announcement [paraphrased by Ted Lindner, 00:02]:
  “Tehran will not negotiate with the US following the U.S.-Israeli strikes...”
• President Trump (quoted by Ted Lindner, 00:42):
  “We pray for the full recovery of the wounded... there will likely be more before it ends. That’s the way it is.”
• Rep. Pat Fallon [01:07]:
  “It's something that's imperative to our national security... to have regime change in Tehran.”
• Trey Inks, Tel Aviv [01:26]:
  “A ballistic missile slammed into the city of Jerusalem, causing significant damage and wounding at least seven people... At least nine people were killed, including six members of the same family.”
• Jill Naito, on Congress’ War Powers Resolution [02:32]:
  “The briefings come as several lawmakers consider a war powers resolution that would restrain President Trump's attack on Iran.”
• Special Agent Alex Doran, FBI [03:48]:
  “Indicators ... that indicate potential nexus to terrorism.”

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:02 – Iran Refuses Further U.S. Talks; U.S.-Israel Strikes
• 00:42 – President Trump’s Message and Threat of More Strikes
• 01:07 – Rep. Pat Fallon on National Security
• 01:18 – Israeli Civilian Casualties
• 01:26 – Trey Inks Reports on Jerusalem Attacks
• 02:32 – Congressional Briefings and War Powers Debate
• 03:22 – Global Economic Impact
• 03:28 – Austin, TX Shooting and Terrorism Concerns
• 04:02 – Brazilian Protests Against President Lula

Summary Tone:
Direct, urgent, with an emphasis on high-level diplomatic and military developments, real-time crisis reporting, and succinct but impactful quotes capturing the gravity and immediacy of the events.

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