More U.S. and Israeli strikes triggered retaliatory attacks across the Gulf, with embassies hit and civilians fleeing to safety;U.S. President Donald Trump says Iran’s air defences and leadership are 'gone,' and voiced frustration with his own advisers and allies, and as airstrikes on Iran rattled investors, with the TSX and Dow dropping sharply before rebounding, as oil and gas continue to spike.

CTV National News for Thursday, March 5, 2026: Middle East war widens, and President Trump says he must help choose Iran’s next leader
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CTV National News for Wednesday, March 4, 2026: NATO ally Turkey targeted as Middle East conflict escalates
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CTV National News for Monday, March 2, 2026: Questions continue to mount over the timing and goals of Operation Epic Fury
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