Tag: Politics
CSIS intel suggests China attempted to funnel $250K, possibly for election interference
The document was shown Thursday at Canada’s inquiry into foreign election interference, which is examining attempts to meddle in democracy during the 2019 and 2021 elections.
Russia dismisses investigation linking ‘Havana syndrome’ to Moscow
Insider reported that members of a Russian military intelligence (GRU) unit known as 29155 had been placed at the scene of reported health incidents involving U.S. personnel.
Terror threat in Canada ‘elevated’ after Moscow attack, says Petraeus
David Petraeus told The West Block host Mercedes Stephenson that the scale of Moscow's attack makes the current state of extremism and terrorist capabilities “very worrisome.”
Zelenskyy fires more aides in reshuffle as Russia launches attacks across Ukraine
No explanation was given immediately for the latest changes in the Ukraine president's wide-reaching personnel shakeup over recent months.
Canada is evacuating ‘must vulnerable’ citizens from Haiti: Joly
Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly says Canada has airlifted 18 Canadians out of Haiti, as assisted departures began from the Caribbean nation on Monday.
Canadian military aiding embassy in Haiti includes elite unit: sources
Global Affairs says military members are currently working with the Canadian embassy in Haiti to assist with "contingency planning" as violence in the country escalates.
Probe of fired Winnipeg scientists ‘extremely appropriate’: health minister
Records tabled in Parliament late last month say the scientists played down their collaborations with Chinese government agencies.
Anthony Housefather ‘reflecting’ on future with Liberals after Middle East motion
Anthony Housefather was among three Liberals who voted against the final motion, which called only for progress towards a two-state solution.
U.S. ‘Havana syndrome’ reports raise concerns, Canadian diplomats’ lawyer says
The lawyer for Canadian diplomats suing Ottawa over 'Havana syndrome' criticized a report on the symptoms that have been reported by American and Canadian diplomats.
Putin seals 5th term in predetermined election landslide
Vladimir Putin sealed his control over Russia for six more years with a predetermined landslide in an election that followed the harshest crackdown on the opposition.
Russians cast ballots in an election preordained to extend Putin’s rule
Russia's election comes against the backdrop of a ruthless crackdown that has stifled independent media and prominent rights groups.
Russia will be asked for ceasefire during Paris Olympics, says French president
The International Olympic Committee condemned Russia's all-out invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, saying the Russian government had breached the Olympic Truce.
Group consulted about Alberta social studies curriculum disavows new draft
A group of educators invited by Alberta Education to help development the new social studies curriculum has "significant concerns" with the draft that was released this week.
Canadians in Haiti warned to shelter in place as gang violence continues
Canadians are advised to stock up on essentials and shelter in place, or if they cannot to limit their movements as Haiti sees escalating gang violence.
Canada resumes UNRWA funding paused after alleged staff role in Israel attacks
International Development Minister Ahmed Hussen announced Friday that Canada would resume funding the Palestinian aid agency.
