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Algoma Steel Announces Over 1,000 Layoffs Amid Tariffs and Transition

  Reeling from high tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, Algoma Steel confirmed Monday it has issued layoff notices to about 1,000 workers.  Algoma Steel, a major employer in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, has confirmed plans to lay off more than 1,000 workers in the coming months. The company issued 1,050 layoff notices as part of its decision to shut down its blast furnace and coke oven operations, accelerating its transition to electric arc furnace (EAF) technology. The layoffs, expected to take effect by March 23, 2026 , come as Algoma faces mounting financial pressures. The company reported nearly half a billion dollars in losses last quarter and cited “unprecedented tariffs” imposed by the United States as a key factor in reshaping its competitive landscape. Union leaders from United Steelworkers Locals 2724 and 2251 confirmed the layoffs, noting that while the workforce had anticipated job reductions tied to the EAF transition, the U.S. tariffs accelerated ...
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Israeli Military Operation in Jenin: Six Dead, Dozens Wounded

In a significant escalation of tensions, a major Israeli military operation in the occupied West Bank city of Jenin has resulted in the deaths of at least six individuals and left dozens wounded, according to Palestinian health officials. The operation, which began on Tuesday, was described by the Israeli military as a "significant and broad military operation" targeting Palestinian militants.

The city of Jenin has been a focal point of repeated Israeli incursions and gun battles with militants over the years. This latest operation comes just days into a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, which is intended to last for six weeks and includes the release of hostages and prisoners.

The Palestinian Health Ministry reported that more than 800 people have been killed in Israeli raids in the West Bank since the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war. The operation has drawn condemnation from Hamas and other militant groups, who have called for increased resistance against Israeli forces.

The situation remains volatile, with ongoing violence and a complex political landscape. The international community continues to monitor the developments closely, hoping for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.







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