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Iran Rejects Nuclear Talks with U.S. Following Israeli Strikes

Iran has declared negotiations with the United States over its nuclear program "meaningless" after Israel launched its largest-ever military strike against Iranian targets. Tehran accused Washington of enabling the attack, stating that the U.S. cannot claim to seek diplomacy while allowing Israel to target Iranian territory. The sixth round of U.S.-Iran nuclear talks was scheduled to take place in Oman on Sunday, but the recent escalation has cast doubt on whether the discussions will proceed. Iran maintains that its uranium enrichment program is solely for civilian purposes, rejecting Israeli claims that it is secretly developing nuclear weapons. The U.S. has denied any involvement in Israel’s actions and urged Iran to continue negotiations. However, Iranian officials insist that Israel’s influence over the diplomatic process has undermined any potential for meaningful dialogue. With tensions rising, the future of nuclear diplomacy between Iran and the U.S. remains uncertain...

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NDP’s Stance on Liberal Budget Remains Uncertain

As the Canadian political landscape braces for the potential implications of the new federal budget, the New Democratic Party (NDP), led by Jagmeet Singh, finds itself at a crossroads. Despite an existing agreement to support the Liberal Party on key votes, the NDP has not yet committed to backing the recently introduced budget.

Key Policy Priorities: The budget includes initiatives like funding for a national pharmacare program and a school lunch program, which align with NDP’s policy goals.

Budget Concerns: However, Singh has raised concerns over what he perceives as insufficient funding for a national disability benefit, casting doubt on the party’s support.

Ongoing Discussions: Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland has engaged in discussions with NDP finance critic Don Davies, signaling a willingness to address the NDP’s reservations.

The political dance continues as the NDP weighs its options, with the future of the budget—and the government’s stability—hanging in the balance.

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