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U.S. Threatens Harsher Economic Pressure on Iran as Mediators Rush to Secure Second Ceasefire Talks

  A woman walks past a digital screen displaying news of US-Iran peace talks along a road in Islamabad on April 10, 2026 The United States has warned it will step up economic pressure on Iran while mediators race to arrange a second round of ceasefire talks before the fragile truce expires on April 22, 2026 — a standoff that risks higher oil prices, tighter global markets, and direct costs for Canadian households and investors.   Background and diplomatic timeline A two‑week ceasefire that paused nearly seven weeks of fighting was brokered to create a narrow diplomatic window for talks between Washington and Tehran. The first round of face‑to‑face negotiations in Islamabad lasted more than 20 hours but ended without an agreement, leaving the truce set to expire on April 22, 2026 unless mediators secure a follow‑up session.  Mediators led by Pakistan, with active roles from Turkey, Egypt and other regional actors, have been shuttling between capitals to bridge the remaini...
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Italian Salad Recipe

 


Here's a delicious and vibrant Big Italian Salad recipe that’s perfect as a side dish or even a light main course. It’s packed with fresh veggies, briny olives, creamy cheese, and a zesty homemade dressing.

Ingredients

For the Dressing:

  • 1 cup fresh Italian parsley leaves
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • ¼ tsp dried oregano
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • ⅓ cup red wine vinegar
  • ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper
  • 2 tsp honey

For the Salad:

  • 1 large head romaine lettuce (or 3 hearts), chopped
  • 1 large red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup hothouse cucumbers, seeded and chopped
  • 1–2 carrots, peeled into ribbons
  • Handful of grape tomatoes, halved
  • Handful of pitted olives
  • Ricotta salata or feta cheese, crumbled to taste

 Instructions

  1. Make the Dressing
    In a food processor, combine parsley, basil, oregano, garlic, vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, and honey. Blend until smooth and vibrant green.

  2. Assemble the Salad
    In a large bowl, combine all salad ingredients except the cheese.

  3. Dress and Toss
    Add about half the dressing and toss well. Add more dressing as needed to generously coat the greens.

  4. Finish with Cheese
    Toss in the crumbled cheese. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.


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