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Apr 1, 2026 Willie Lowry, CBC Washington correspondent reporting on U.S. politics and international crises. He discusses Trump's claim the Iran war will end in weeks. He covers escalating strikes across the Middle East. He outlines expectations for a presidential address and U.S. troop posture.
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Trump Says Iran War Nears End While Troop Buildup Grows
- U.S. leadership frames the Iran conflict as nearing completion despite ongoing escalation.
- John Northcott and Willie Lowry report Trump saying the war could end in weeks while the U.S. still has 50,000 troops amassed in the region, creating a tense contrast.
Conflict Spreads Through Strikes and Proxy Actions
- The Middle East conflict is widening with strikes on Tehran and retaliatory attacks across Israel and proxies.
- Reports detail Israeli strikes on Iranian infrastructure, Houthi claims of attacks on Israel, and return fire hitting central and southern Israel.
Canada Seeks Chinese Investment As Trade Wars Shift Partners
- Canada is actively courting China for investment and trade amid global tariff tensions.
- Lisa Hsing and David Perez de Rosier note François-Philippe Champagne's mission follows earlier deals allowing Chinese EVs and tariff adjustments on canola.