Global National: March 5, 2026 | Are Kurdish forces preparing to enter the war in Iran?

Kurdish forces, backed by the U.S. and Israel, may soon become the first ground troops to enter the war in Iran. Jeff Semple reports from Van, Turkey, near Iran's northern border, on the Kurds being asked to join the conflict and what the U.S. could be doing to incentivize them. U.S. President Donald Trump says he's not concerned about any backlash from Americans questioning why the U.S. and Israel are attacking Iran. But, how far is he willing to go to achieve his war goals? Jackson Proskow looks at what Trump is planning and how he wants a say in choosing Iran's next leader. Transit through the Strait of Hormuz has ground to a halt because of the war in the Middle East. Eric Sorensen explains how Iran is threatening to attack all ships in the region, how the transit closure has spiked oil and gas prices – and what's at stake for the U.S. and China. Plus, Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, is being accused of operating an illegal monopoly as its antitrust trial begins in New York. Heather Yourex-West explains what's behind the allegations and why legal experts doubt the case will lower ticket prices for consumers. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Follow Global News on X HERE: http://bit.ly/1Toz8mt Follow Global News on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@globalnews.ca?lang=en #GlobalNews