Rogers, Senior Deputy Governor of the Bank of Canada: We are in an era of higher levels of government debt; geopolitical risks may push interest rates higher.

Rogers, Senior Deputy Governor of the Bank of Canada: Gradually adjust interest rates to reduce risks and avoid taking more sudden and destructive measures in the future.

Rogers, Senior Deputy Governor of the Bank of Canada: It is important for people and businesses to plan and adjust for a potential high interest rate environment.

Rogers, Senior Deputy Governor of the Bank of Canada: It is easy to see that interest rates continue to be higher than what people have become accustomed to in recent years.

Two security sources said an armed drone struck Harir Air Base in northern Iraq, where U.S. troops are stationed, but was shot down by air defenses.

Fed Barkin: The goal is to lower inflation and hope to reduce pressure as much as possible.

Palestinian Jerusalem Brigade Military Spokesperson: Preparations are for the release of the two hostages for humanitarian and medical reasons.

Royal Bank of Canada: The possibility of Saudi Arabia extending its production cut policy of 1 million barrels per day is increasing.

US President Biden: Has called for a three-day ceasefire in Gaza and a longer ceasefire to free hostages.

Fed Barkin: Previous interest rate hikes are expected to ultimately have a greater impact on the economy.

US President Biden: Supports the United Auto Workers (UAW) union organizing efforts at Tesla and Toyota.

US President Biden: There is no need for a government shutdown, I am willing to accept the border proposal.

US President Biden: If necessary, we will strike again against the targets of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and its affiliated organizations in Syria.

U.S. Senate Minority Leader McConnell: It’s time to get serious about containing Iran.

The U.S. 30-year Treasury bond yield rose 10 basis points that day to 4.715%.

Market news: The German government agreed to provide a temporary guarantee to Siemens Energy.

Dutch Prime Minister Rutte: He has invited Palestinian Authority President Abbas to come to the Netherlands to discuss the issue of Israel and the Palestinian territories.