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Trump Pushes Iran Strike Deadline Into April Amid Intensifying Regional Tensions

Onlookers watch from a window the site of a residential building damaged by a strike, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, March 27, 2026.  U.S. President Donald Trump has extended the deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face strikes on its energy infrastructure, moving the cutoff to April 6 at 8 p.m. EDT (April 7 GMT) . The decision follows Tehran’s rejection of a 15‑point U.S. proposal aimed at ending the conflict, which has already spread across the Middle East and disrupted global energy markets.  The conflict, now in its fourth week, has resulted in thousands of casualties and sent oil and fertilizer prices soaring, fueling global inflation concerns. The United States and Israel began striking Iranian targets on February 28 after nuclear negotiations failed to produce a deal. Trump stated that talks are “going very well,” though Iran denies any direct engagement with Washington.  Trump’s extension comes after he previously pau...
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Carney's Bold Moves: Trade War Relief and Megaproject Acceleration

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has unveiled a comprehensive plan to mitigate the economic impact of the ongoing trade war with the United States. In a decisive move, Carney announced measures aimed at supporting workers and businesses, including temporarily waiving the one-week waiting period for employment insurance and allowing businesses to defer corporate income tax payments and GST/HST remittances.

Carney also pledged to expedite major infrastructure projects through a streamlined "one-window approval process," aiming to cut red tape and accelerate development. Notable projects include the Cedar LNG and LNG Canada facilities in British Columbia and the Port of Churchill in Manitoba. These initiatives are expected to bolster Canada's economy and create significant opportunities for growth.

The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of removing barriers to the free movement of goods, services, and workers across provinces and territories, projecting an economic boost of $250 billion. With these measures, Carney aims to strengthen Canada's resilience and pave the way for long-term economic stability.


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