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U.S. Hits Iran’s Kharg Island Military Sites Amid Rising Oil‑Sector Tensions

  The US bombed military targets on Kharg Island in the Persian Gulf, but spared oil infrastructure for now. The United States has carried out airstrikes on military targets located on Iran’s Kharg Island, a strategic hub responsible for the overwhelming majority of the country’s oil exports. President Donald Trump stated that U.S. forces “obliterated” military positions on the island, emphasizing that the operation avoided damaging vital oil infrastructure.  Kharg Island, which handles most of Iran’s crude shipments, sits at the center of global energy flows and has become a flashpoint amid escalating regional conflict. Iranian state media reported no harm to oil facilities but warned that any future attacks on its energy network would provoke retaliation. The strike marks a significant escalation in the two‑week‑old conflict, with Washington also deploying an additional 2,500 Marines and an amphibious assault ship to the region. Analysts warn that any disruption to Kharg ...

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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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