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U.S. Threatens Harsher Economic Pressure on Iran as Mediators Rush to Secure Second Ceasefire Talks

  A woman walks past a digital screen displaying news of US-Iran peace talks along a road in Islamabad on April 10, 2026 The United States has warned it will step up economic pressure on Iran while mediators race to arrange a second round of ceasefire talks before the fragile truce expires on April 22, 2026 — a standoff that risks higher oil prices, tighter global markets, and direct costs for Canadian households and investors.   Background and diplomatic timeline A two‑week ceasefire that paused nearly seven weeks of fighting was brokered to create a narrow diplomatic window for talks between Washington and Tehran. The first round of face‑to‑face negotiations in Islamabad lasted more than 20 hours but ended without an agreement, leaving the truce set to expire on April 22, 2026 unless mediators secure a follow‑up session.  Mediators led by Pakistan, with active roles from Turkey, Egypt and other regional actors, have been shuttling between capitals to bridge the remaini...

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Liberals to Announce New Leader on March 9

 


The Liberal Party of Canada is set to announce its new leader on March 9, 2025. This announcement follows Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's decision to step down as the party leader and prime minister. The party's national board of directors has established the rules for the leadership contest, including a $350,000 entry fee for candidates.

Several prominent figures have expressed interest in running for the leadership position, including Ontario MP Chandra Arya and former Montreal MP Frank Baylis. Other potential candidates include former finance minister Chrystia Freeland, former B.C. premier Christy Clark, and several current cabinet ministers.

The new leader will guide the Liberal Party into the next federal election and will become the prime minister as long as the party remains in power. The leadership race is expected to be a significant event in Canadian politics, with many eyes on the potential candidates and their platforms.


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