War correspondent and writer Hollie McKay joins us to provide unique insight and perspective, to this rapidly developing story in the Middle East. We highlight the latest news, hear from multiple points-of-view and tackle tough-to-report on stories like the Iranian reports of a bombing of a girl's school.

00:00 Breaking News Overview

01:08 Meet War Correspondent Holly

02:38 Austin Shooting Fallout

04:29 Pentagon Briefing Details

07:08 Holly Reacts to Objectives

10:11 Why Iran Matters Globally

13:42 Ayatollah Death Stakes

16:24 Why Now Timeline Questions

20:17 Force Posture and Go Order

22:15 Operation Epic Fury Breakdown

27:44 Nuclear Talks and Terror Links

31:19 Iran Foreign Minister Responds

33:09 School Strike Claims Context

36:09 Human Shields and Media Limits

37:34 Interview Challenge on Protests

38:08 Protests Turn Violent

39:00 Blame Game and Infiltration Claims

40:36 Obama Deal and Media Voices

42:00 Ben Rhodes on War Risks

44:21 Legality and Reinforcements

45:30 Reza Pahlavi and Succession

50:59 Inside Iran Public Mood

53:39 Traveling Iran as Journalist

57:45 Spy Plane Story

01:00:35 Regional Spillover and Allies

01:04:46 Worth It and Final Message

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