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Trump Signals Near End to Iran Conflict Amid Conflicting Messages

  President Donald Trump has suggested that the United States is “very close” to winding down its military campaign in Iran, even as the conflict continues to escalate across the region. Speaking to reporters, Trump said the U.S. could end its operations within “two to three weeks,” emphasizing that Iran does not need to agree to a deal for the war to conclude. The remarks come as the administration prepares a national address on the Iran conflict, now entering its second month. The war has caused widespread destruction, disrupted global energy markets, and driven oil prices sharply upward. Despite Trump’s statements about de‑escalation, U.S. troop deployments have increased, with thousands of additional Marines sent to the Middle East.  Trump’s messaging has been inconsistent. While he has publicly hinted at a drawdown, he has also positioned U.S. forces for potential expanded operations and delayed major strikes in hopes of diplomatic progress—progress Iran denies is occu...
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Gas Prices Sink in Canada as Expert Calls for a Month of Falling Prices




Gas prices could continue falling for at least a month, according to one U.S. analyst. Tom Kloza, global head of energy analysis at OPIS, is calling for average prices south of the border to dip below US$3 per gallon. 

Canadian gas prices fell by 3.3 cents per litre to $1.429 for the seven days ended Dec. 7. The falling price of oil continues to weigh on fuel for consumers, according to Andy Lipow, president of Lipow Oil Associates. At the same time, this week’s U.S. gasoline inventory data showed stockpiles swelled by five million barrels last week.


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