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Airlines Slash Flights as Jet Fuel Costs Surge, Squeezing Travellers and Markets

  Airlines Slash Flights as Jet Fuel Costs Surge Canadian travellers are facing fewer flight options and higher fares as jet fuel prices spike to multi‑year highs , forcing Air Canada and Air Transat to cut capacity across key routes. The surge in fuel costs is tied directly to the ongoing Iran conflict , which has disrupted global oil flows and pushed energy markets into another period of volatility. Air Transat is reducing service to Europe and the Caribbean, while Air Canada is suspending several regional and international routes it now considers unprofitable. For consumers, this means higher ticket prices, more crowded flights, and fewer choices heading into the summer travel season . Impact on the Economy and Inflation Airlines passing fuel costs to passengers adds fresh pressure to Canada’s already‑stubborn inflation outlook. Travel inflation — which had been easing — is now expected to rise again, complicating the Bank of Canada’s path toward rate cuts. Higher travel costs a...

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Putin Asserts Russia’s Capability to Conclude Ukraine Conflict


Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared that Russia possesses the necessary strength and resources to bring the ongoing war in Ukraine to its desired conclusion. In a recent interview, Putin emphasized that while Russia has the means to achieve its objectives, he hopes that nuclear weapons will not be required.

The conflict, which began in February 2022, has resulted in significant casualties and geopolitical tensions. Western leaders, including former U.S. President Joe Biden, have condemned the invasion as an imperial-style land grab, while Putin has framed it as a pivotal moment in Russia’s relations with the West. The Kremlin has maintained that the war is a response to NATO’s expansion and Western interference in Moscow’s sphere of influence.

Despite ongoing diplomatic efforts, including U.S. President Donald Trump’s push for a resolution, the Kremlin has indicated that a swift peace deal remains unlikely due to the complexity of the situation. As the war continues, global leaders remain divided on the path forward, with concerns about escalation and the broader implications for international stability.

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