On the face of it, I don't believe these announcements are consistent with a theory that management are losing face in the project. Still, I'm sure an argument can be made the other way.
Week 46 Wrap: Copper hits 2mth low as Trump threatens net zero pace; US rally fades; HotCopper’s picks
AN1 CuFe sells its Crossroads gold royalty to Northern Star for $4M cash; says better than waiting for mine launch