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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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Alberta Minister Peter Guthrie Resigns Amidst Procurement Concerns

 

In a surprising turn of events, Alberta Infrastructure Minister Peter Guthrie has resigned from his cabinet position, citing a lack of confidence in the government's procurement practices. Guthrie, who represents the United Conservative Party (UCP) as the MLA for Airdrie-Cochrane, announced his resignation on social media, expressing his concerns over inconsistencies in procurement processes across all government departments.

Guthrie's resignation comes amidst ongoing allegations of high-level interference and favoritism in multimillion-dollar health contracts within Alberta Health Services (AHS). He had previously pushed for the establishment of a Financial Oversight Committee to review major government contracts, a proposal that was not supported by the majority of the cabinet.

Premier Danielle Smith acknowledged Guthrie's resignation and reiterated the seriousness of the allegations surrounding AHS contracts. Smith emphasized that she was not involved in the procurement decisions and has directed senior civil service to retain an independent third party to investigate the matter.

Guthrie's departure has raised questions about internal divisions within the UCP government as it prepares to unveil its fiscal plan and key legislation. Despite his resignation, Guthrie intends to remain in the UCP caucus as a private member, where he plans to continue advocating for accountability and transparency in government practices.



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