Tag: Politics
Zelenskyy says he’s thinking about replacing Ukraine’s military chief
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he was weighing a possible dismissal of the country's top military officer, a prospect that has shocked the nation.
Conservatives want foreign interference inquiry to probe Iranian influence
The Conservative Party has formally requested the public inquiry into foreign interference zero in on Iranian influence in Canada.
EU seals US$54B aid package for Ukraine despite Hungary’s objections
The leaders of the 27 European Union countries sealed a deal Thursday to provide Ukraine with a new 50-billion-euro ($54 billion) support package for its war-ravaged economy.
European farmer protests seek to disrupt trade. What’s happening?
Farmers blocked more traffic arteries across Belgium, France and Italy on Wednesday, as they sought to disrupt trade at major ports and other economic lifelines.
Iran threatens ‘strong response’ to any U.S. strikes after Jordan attack
The U.S. has signaled it is preparing for retaliatory strikes in the Mideast in the wake of the Sunday drone attack that also injured at least 40 troops at Tower 22.
How much has Canada given to UNRWA? A look at the funding in recent years
More than a dozen countries, including Canada, have paused their funding to UNRWA in the wake of allegations that some of its staff members were involved in the Oct. 7 attacks.
Holocaust Remembrance Day sparks conversations about global rise of antisemitism
As the world marks 79 years since the liberation of Auschwitz, Holocaust Remembrance Day 2024 comes at a dark time for the Jewish community.
Canada takes no clear position on ICJ interim ruling in Gaza genocide case
Canada's foreign minister repeated language previously used by the government that critics have called "incomprehensible" on South Africa's genocide case against Israel.
U.K. pauses trade talks with Canada, claims ‘progress is not being made’
The United Kingdom hit pause on trade talks with Canada less than a month before the next round of talks towards a permanent trade deal was expected to take place.
Canada’s foreign interference inquiry plans to probe India allegations
The federal commission of inquiry into foreign interference is looking to examine alleged meddling by India in the last two general elections.
Israel military suffers deadliest attack in Gaza since start of offensive
Palestinian militants carried out the deadliest single attack on Israel’s forces since the Hamas raid that triggered the conflict, killing 21 soldiers, the military said Tuesday.
‘Might get worse’: As Modi unveils Ram temple, Indian Muslims fear future
As a celebratory atmosphere envelops much of India, many among its 200 million Muslims wonder what’s next for them.
UAE Firm Buys 30% Stake in Egypt Tobacco Giant for $625 Million
A United Arab Emirates investment firm bought a 30% stake in Egypt’s largest tobacco company for $625 million, the latest step in the North African nation’s ambitious program to offload state assets and raise sorely-needed foreign currency.
Fugitive Billionaire Surrenders in Bulgaria After Years in UAE
Fugitive businessman Vasil Bozhkov, who was once considered Bulgaria’s richest man, returned to the Balkan state from self-imposed exile in the United Arab Emirates and surrendered to authorities at Sofia airport.