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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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Market Jitters: S&P 500 Futures Signal Bear Market Amid Economic Concerns

                                            

U.S. stock futures took a hit in premarket trading, with the S&P 500 edging closer to bear market territory. Investors are reacting to heightened economic uncertainty, including the impact of recent tariff policies and global market volatility. Futures tied to the S&P 500 have dropped over 20% from their peak, a key indicator of a bear market. The tech-heavy Nasdaq has already entered this territory, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average is also facing significant declines.

Market analysts point to a combination of factors, including fears of a potential recession and inflationary pressures, as driving the sell-off. The CBOE Volatility Index, often referred to as Wall Street's "fear gauge," has surged, reflecting the growing unease among investors. As the trading session unfolds, all eyes will be on how these developments shape the broader economic outlook.

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