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Washington Awaits Tehran’s Next Move on Emerging Peace Plan

US President Donald Trump, sitting next to Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, holds a cabinet meeting at the White House in Washington, DC, US, March 26, 2026. The United States is closely monitoring Iran’s pending response to a recently proposed peace framework aimed at easing regional tensions. According to U.S. officials, the proposal—developed through coordination with key international partners—seeks to halt escalating hostilities and open the door to broader diplomatic engagement. While Washington has signaled cautious optimism, it also acknowledges that Iran’s decision will shape the next phase of negotiations. Analysts note that Tehran faces internal and external pressures as it weighs whether to accept terms that could reduce conflict but require significant political concessions. U.S. diplomats say they remain prepared to continue dialogue, emphasizing that a constructive response from Iran could mark a turning point for regional stability. ...
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Provinces to Fund Nurse Practitioners for Primary Care by 2026

 

Starting in 2026, provincial and territorial health plans will cover primary care provided by nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and midwives. This change is part of a new interpretation of the Canada Health Act, which will take effect on April 1, 2026. Federal Health Minister Mark Holland announced that regulated health-care professionals who aren't doctors will be able to bill the government for medically necessary services that would otherwise be provided by a physician.

The move aims to address the shortage of primary care providers and ensure that patients are not paying out of pocket for necessary care. Holland emphasized that charging patients for these services isn't consistent with universal health care and that nurse practitioners should be able to bill the health-care system the same way doctors do.

This policy change is expected to relieve pressure on primary care physicians and improve access to needed care. The changes will be enforced through federal health transfer payments, which could be deducted if patients are charged for medically necessary care.




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