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Washington Presses Israel to Halt Strikes on Iran’s Energy Network

  Smoke rises in Sharjah, following reports of Iranian attacks after United States and Israel strikes on Iran, in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, March 1, 2026. The United States has urged Israel to stop its ongoing attacks on Iran’s energy infrastructure, according to multiple reports citing senior U.S. and Israeli officials. Key Developments U.S. officials delivered the request at high political levels and directly to IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir.  The Trump administration outlined several strategic concerns: A desire to maintain the possibility of future cooperation with Iran’s oil sector after the conflict. Fears that continued strikes could harm Iranian civilians.  Warnings that Iran might retaliate with large-scale attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure, a scenario described as a potential “doomsday option.”  Context The request marks a rare moment in which Washington is attempting to restrain Israeli military actions, despite the two nations having ...
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Markets Rebound as Hopes Rise for End to Iran Conflict

North American stock indexes staged a sharp turnaround Monday after President Trump suggested the war with Iran could be nearing its end, easing investor fears and lifting major benchmarks into positive territory. 

Markets Snap Back Into the Green

  • U.S. markets recovered from steep early losses, with the Nasdaq Composite climbing over 1.5%, leading the rebound.
  • The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 0.7%, reversing a drop of more than 800 points earlier in the session.
  • The S&P 500 gained 0.9%, also turning positive by afternoon trading. 

Oil Prices Ease After Surging

Crude oil, which had earlier spiked above $100 per barrel amid conflict-driven supply fears, pulled back following Trump’s remarks that the U.S. was “very far” ahead of its 4–5 week timeline for ending the war.

Canadian Markets Follow the Uptrend

Canada’s TSX Composite Index rose 0.32%, supported by gains in major energy names such as Suncor and Canadian Natural Resources. 

What’s Driving the Optimism?

Investors reacted swiftly to Trump’s comments hinting at a potentially quicker resolution to the Iran conflict, a development that could stabilize energy markets and ease inflation concerns. The shift in tone helped restore confidence after days of volatility driven by soaring oil prices and geopolitical uncertainty. 


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