Is the bright star I saw in the west sky Venus or another planet?

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The bright object observed in the western sky from London, Ontario is confirmed to be Venus, as it is the brightest planet visible after sunset. The observation indicates that Venus is low on the horizon, consistent with its position during this time of year. The discussion highlights that Venus will soon transition to being both the Morning Star and the Evening Star on the same day, a notable astronomical event. This conclusion is based on the brightness and location of the object relative to the setting sun.

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I observed a really bright star in the sky a few minutes ago its still there.

Its in the west sky low just a few degrees above the horizon.

I'm assuming its a planet because i live in the city of London, Ontario which is a pretty large city for Canada.

I'm also assuming its Venus because Venus is the brightest planet and the sun just set in that direction so it can't be Mars because its close to the sun.

Is this a correct assumption to make?
 
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If it is REAL bright, you're looking at Venus, which is inexorably diving into the Western horizon every night. There is one day coming soon when Venus will be the Morning Star and the Evening Star on the same day, but I have misplaced the link.
 

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