60 Minutes CBS “Iran, Under Siege, Breaking the Cycle” March 1 2026

CBS’s 60 Minutes returns Sunday, March 1, 2026, from 7:00 to 8:00 PM ET/PT on CBS and streaming on Paramount+, with a broadcast that examines urgent issues shaping the nation and the world. This week’s edition reports on growing threats against federal judges, the humanitarian crisis facing children in Haiti, and a developing legal strategy that seeks to hold parents accountable in school shooting cases. Through in-depth reporting and firsthand interviews, the program explores the human impact behind some of today’s most difficult challenges.

Iran

This week’s broadcast opens with a major international development following a surprise joint military attack by U.S. and Israeli forces that resulted in the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Correspondent Scott Pelley reports on the immediate and long-term implications of the strike, which has sent shockwaves through Iran and the wider region.

Pelley conducts an exclusive interview with Reza Pahlavi, a prominent figure in the Iranian opposition and the son of Iran’s deposed shah. The segment explores whether the moment could mark the beginning of regime change, who might lead a transition of power, and how competing factions inside and outside Iran are positioning themselves. The report also examines one of the most pressing global concerns raised by the attack, the future of Iran’s nuclear weapons program and who controls it in the aftermath. The segment is produced by Maria Gavrilovic, Nicole Young, and Michael Karzis.

Under Siege

Federal judges across the United States are facing increasing threats tied to some of the nation’s most politically charged rulings. In a wide-ranging investigation, 60 Minutes spoke with 26 federal judges, including nine Democratic appointees and 17 Republican appointees, both currently serving and retired. Many described a climate of intimidation that has intensified in recent years, particularly for judges whose decisions have drawn national attention.

Correspondent Bill Whitaker reports that several sitting judges told the program they feel under siege, expressing concern not only for their personal safety but also for the long-term stability of the judicial system. The segment examines how threats are investigated, what protections are in place, and why members of the judiciary warn that the growing hostility could have broader implications for the rule of law. Heather Abbott is the producer.

Growing Up Behind Walls

Sixteen years after Haiti’s devastating earthquake, the country remains in crisis. With the government weakened and gangs battling for control of Port-au-Prince, daily life has become dangerous and unpredictable. In the midst of this instability, some of the country’s most vulnerable children are growing up largely isolated from the outside world.

Correspondent Anderson Cooper visits an orphanage run by bestselling author Mitch Albom through the organization Have Faith Haiti. For more than four years, the children there have lived behind protective walls, shielded from the violence surrounding the city. The segment looks at how the program focuses on education, structure, and faith to provide stability and opportunity, offering a rare sense of hope for children facing extraordinary circumstances. Denise Schrier Cetta is the producer.

Breaking the Cycle

The debate over accountability in school shootings has taken a new turn as prosecutors pursue charges not only against perpetrators but also against their parents. In Barrow County, Georgia, the father of an accused mass shooter has been on trial, with prosecutors arguing that warning signs were ignored before the deadly attack at Apalachee High School that left four people dead.

Correspondent Sharyn Alfonsi examines a precedent-setting case from Oxford, Michigan, where both a school shooter and his parents were convicted and are now serving prison sentences. The report explores the legal reasoning behind these prosecutions and the broader question facing communities and lawmakers: whether holding parents criminally responsible could help prevent future tragedies. The segment also looks at the concerns raised by critics and the potential impact of these cases on how warning signs are handled nationwide. Ashley Velie is the producer.

This edition of 60 Minutes brings together reporting from across the United States and beyond, focusing on safety, accountability, and resilience in the face of complex challenges.