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Washington Signals Swift Timeline for Iran Operation

US official said that achievable objectives of Operation Epic Fury are expected to last about six weeks. The White House says it expects U.S. military objectives in Iran to be achieved within four to six weeks , emphasizing that Operation Epic Fury is progressing as planned. According to Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, the campaign has already weakened Iran’s naval capabilities and sharply reduced missile attacks, putting the U.S. “well on its way” toward its strategic goals.  The operation, now in its second week, focuses on dismantling Iran’s ballistic missile infrastructure, degrading its navy, and limiting its pathway to nuclear weapons. Officials maintain that U.S. stockpiles and resources are sufficient to sustain the mission through its projected timeline.  As regional tensions escalate, Washington continues to frame the operation as both achievable and time‑bound, reinforcing its confidence in meeting objectives by early April.
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TTC Strike Averted: Framework Agreement Reached Between Union and Management

 

In a last-minute development, the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) and the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 113 have reached a “framework settlement,” effectively averting a planned strike. The agreement comes after intense negotiations and addresses critical issues such as job security, protections against job outsourcing, and benefits for active members and pensioners.

The TTC’s buses, streetcars, subways, and Wheel-Trans vehicles will operate normally on Friday, providing relief to the city’s 1.3 million transit users. However, the finalized details of the framework remain undisclosed, pending further work and ratification by union members. The mood at the bargaining table has been one of frustration, with the union emphasizing the need for progress and alignment with transit delivery goals.

While the strike has been averted, the TTC’s role in delaying the framework agreement has drawn criticism. Transit riders can breathe a sigh of relief, but the focus now shifts to ensuring a fair and reasonable contract for all parties involved.



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