More American Strikes Hit More Iranian Targets - Fox News Hourly Update

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Episode Overview

Title: More American Strikes Hit More Iranian Targets
Date: June 1, 2026
Host: FOX News Podcasts (Dave Anthony)
Theme:
This episode delivers a fast-paced rundown of the latest U.S.-Iran escalations, the economic fallout, political reactions, and notable events in global politics and sports. The news bulletin covers U.S. military actions, Iran's retaliations, the impact on oil markets, ongoing immigration debates, and a preview of the upcoming Soccer World Cup.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Escalation in U.S.–Iran Tensions

American Military Strikes:
- The U.S. conducted more airstrikes on Iranian targets over the weekend.
- Dave Anthony [00:02]: “More American strikes hit more Iranian targets. I'm Dave Anthony, Fox News. And U.S. Central Command calls the weekend attacks defensive.”
Iranian Retaliation:
- Iran launched missiles and drones at Kuwait, but all were intercepted.
- Iran claims this is in response to the U.S. shooting down an MQ1 drone over international waters.
Ongoing Regional Instability:
- The Iranian Revolutionary Guard emphasizes it responded to an “American attack,” possibly referring to the incident involving Kuwait.
- Iran continues to impose disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global oil shipments and prices.
- Tanya J. Power [00:16]: “Iran is maintaining its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting the global supply chain and driving up the price of fuel around the world.”

2. Domestic and International Reactions

Oil Price Surge:
- Oil prices are up nearly 7% amid the tension.
- Tanya J. Power [00:41]: “Oil prices are surging—up almost 7% this morning.”
Presidential Response:
- President Trump addressed the situation positively.
  - Dave Anthony quoting Truth Social [00:41]:
    ‘Just sit back and relax. It'll all end well. Riding Iran really wants to make a deal and it will be a good one for the U.S.’
Iran’s Diplomatic Move:
- Iran’s foreign minister on X (formerly Twitter) links any U.S. ceasefire to broader regional peace, including Lebanon:
  - Iranian Foreign Minister quote [00:56]:
    “The ceasefire between Iran and the US is unequivocally a ceasefire on all fronts, including in Lebanon. Its violation on one front is a violation of the ceasefire on all fronts. The US and Israel are responsible for the consequences of any violation.”

Wider Conflict in the Region:
- Hezbollah launched 50+ rockets into northern Israel as Israeli ground forces pushed further into southern Lebanon.
  - Trey Yingst, Tel Aviv [01:24]: “Over the weekend, Hezbollah launched more than 50 rockets into northern Israel as Israeli ground forces pushed deeper into southern Lebanon.”

3. U.S. Congress Returns – Immigration at the Fore

Immigration Legislation:
- The Senate is considering a plan to fund border enforcement via a process that cannot be blocked by Democrats.
  - Rep. Kat Cammack [01:36]:
    “This is a once in a generation opportunity for us to get our country back on track. And I feel that the Senate has not taken this seriously.”
Protests in New Jersey:
- Anti-ICE protests erupted in Newark, calling for the closure of local detention centers and citing allegations of inhumane conditions.
  - Dave Anthony [01:44]: “Those protesters want the detention facility there shut down over allegations of inhumane conditions. Homeland Security denies.”

4. Economic Impacts

Stock Market Overview:
- After record highs in May, markets opened lower:
  - Dow down 32 points
  - Nasdaq down 38
  - S&P down 5
Energy Prices Update:
- WTI crude surged to nearly $94/barrel, but U.S. gas prices have retreated slightly.
Economic Optimism:
- Kevin Hassett, National Economic Council [02:52]:
  “More ships are starting to get through the Strait of Hormuz and reach oil refining nations that had to shut down, causing high jet fuel and dies.”
- U.S. refineries shifted capacity to non-gasoline products due to supply crunches, contributing to higher costs.
  - Kevin Hassett [03:08]:
    “They changed what they refined and refined less gasoline and more of the other stuff which was so costly. As soon as the oil lands in Asia, then we expect those prices to reverse and gasoline production in the US to go up.”
Economic Worries:
- Cost of living remains the #1 economic problem for almost 60% of Americans, per a Fox News poll.
  - Grinnell Scott [03:20]: “A recent Fox News poll listed the cost of living as the biggest economic issue for nearly 6 in 10 Americans.”

5. Sports Highlight – US Soccer

World Cup Preview:
- The FIFA Men’s World Cup kicks off in 10 days.
- U.S. Men's National Team defeated Senegal 3-2 in a warmup match.
  - Stars: Christian Pulisic, Folarin Balogun scored for the U.S.
Coach’s Perspective:
- Some defensive concerns remain, but overall optimism ahead of the tournament.
  - Jonathan Hunt [03:39]:
    “The only concern for head coach Mauricio Pochettino may have been the speed and organization of the US defense, but he sounded pretty happy after the game.”
First Match:
- U.S. vs. Paraguay, June 12 in Los Angeles.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Dave Anthony [00:02]: “More American strikes hit more Iranian targets.”
Tanya J. Power [00:16]: “Iran is maintaining its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting the global supply chain and driving up the price of fuel around the world.”
President Trump [quoting Truth Social, 00:41]: “‘Just sit back and relax. It'll all end well. Riding Iran really wants to make a deal and it will be a good one for the U.S.’”
Iranian Foreign Minister [00:56]: “The ceasefire between Iran and the US is unequivocally a ceasefire on all fronts, including in Lebanon. Its violation on one front is a violation of the ceasefire on all fronts.”
Kat Cammack [01:36]: “This is a once in a generation opportunity for us to get our country back on track. And I feel that the Senate has not taken this seriously.”
Kevin Hassett [03:08]: “They changed what they refined and refined less gasoline and more of the other stuff which was so costly. As soon as the oil lands in Asia, then we expect those prices to reverse and gasoline production in the US to go up.”

Timestamps for Key Segments

U.S. Strikes & Iran Retaliation: 00:02–00:41
President Trump's Statement: 00:41
Iran Foreign Minister's Linked Ceasefire: 00:56
Hezbollah & Israeli Operations: 01:24
Congressional Immigration Debate: 01:36
Protests in NJ: 01:44
Stock & Oil Market Update: 02:16
Economic Commentary (Kevin Hassett): 02:52
U.S. Soccer World Cup Preview: 03:31–04:04

Summary

This FOX News Hourly Update delivers a succinct yet comprehensive overview of rapidly unfolding U.S.–Iran hostilities, regional instability, American political responses, economic repercussions—including spiking oil prices—and domestic policy debates. It underscores the volatility in Middle East geopolitics, rising economic anxiety, and American readiness for the World Cup, capturing the tone and urgency of the latest headlines.

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More American strikes hit more Iranian targets. I'm Dave Anthony, fox news. And U.S. central Command calls the weekend attacks defensive. And Iran retaliated today firing missiles and drones in Kuwait, but they were intercepted.
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Military officials say it was in response to Iran's shoot down of a US MQ1 drone that was operating over international waters. Meantime, Kuwait reported incoming drone and missile fire around the same time. Iran's Revolutionary Guard said it responded to an American attack without saying saying where likely referring to the attack on Kuwait. Iran is maintaining its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting the global supply chain and driving up the price of fuel around the world.
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That's Fox's Tanya J. Power as oil prices are surging up almost 7% this morning. President Trump posted on Truth Social early this morning, just sit back and relax. It'll all end well. Riding Iran really wants to make a deal and it will be a good one for the U.S. new this morning,
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Iran's foreign minister trying to attach the possible deal with the United States to the the situation in Lebanon. He said on X the cease fire between Iran and the US Is unequivocally a cease fire on all fronts, including in Lebanon. Its violation on one front is a violation of the cease fire on all fronts. The US And Israel are responsible for the consequences of any violation. Over the weekend, Hezbollah launched more than 50 rockets into northern Israel as Israeli ground forces pushed deeper into southern Lebanon.
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Fox's Trey Angst in Tel Aviv. Congress returns from break this week with the Senate considering a plan to fund immigration enforcement and Border Patrol using a process Democr cannot block. Republican Congresswoman Kat Kamak tells FOX Business
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this is a once in a generation opportunity for us to get our country back on track. And I feel that the Senate has not taken this seriously.
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Democrats keep demanding immigration enforcement reform as anti ice protests rage on in New Jersey. That was last night in Newark. Those protesters want the detention facility there shut down over allegations of inhumane conditions. Homeland Security denies America's listening.
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There's a bit of selling to start. A new month on Wall street after all three major averages made big gains in May, closing it at record highs. The dow is down 32 points. The Nasdaq is off by 38, a 5 point drop for the S. And it's now surging up over 7%. WTI almost 94 bucks a barrel. Though gas is down a penny. AAA's national average for regular $4.32 per gallon. That's almost a quarter lower than the Iran conflict price spike peak last month. The director of the National Economic Council is optimistic prices will come down more.
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Kevin Hassett said more ships are starting to get through the Strait of Hormuz and reach oil refining nations that had to shut down, causing high jet fuel and dies. Fox News Sunday. Hassett said that caused US Refineries to shift.
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They changed what they refined and refined less gasoline and more of the other stuff which was so costly. As soon as the oil lands in Asia, then we expect those prices to reverse and gasoline production in the US to go up.
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A recent Fox News poll listed the cost of living as the biggest economic issue for nearly 6 in 10Americans. Grinnell Scott, FOX News Soccer's World cup
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is just 10 days from starting with the opening matches in Mexico. Men's national team is getting ready. They beat Senegal 32 on an exhibition yesterday.
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This was only a warm up game, but in many ways it was a statement win for the US Against a very good Senegal side. The US Was led by goals from two of its stars, Christian Pulisic and Folorin Balogun. The only concern for head coach Mauricio Pochettino may have been the speed and organization of the US defense, but he sounded pretty happy after the game.
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Fox's Jonathan Hunt The American team's first match will be June 12 in Los Angeles, taking on Paraguay. I'm Dave Anthony and this is Fox News.