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U.S. strikes on Iran nuclear sites only set program back months: report
The report from the U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency, according to sources, contradicts U.S. President Donald Trump who said the strikes 'obliterated' Iran's nuclear program.
Iran ceasefire an ‘opportunity’ for Gaza peace, Palestinian state: Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney says he's hopeful the ceasefire between Iran and Israel will provide an 'opportunity' to end hostilities in Gaza and bring a broader Middle East peace.
U.S. issues ‘worldwide caution’ alert as Israel-Iran conflict intensifies
The U.S. issued a 'worldwide caution security alert' amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran and urges Americans to exercise 'increased caution' if travelling abroad.
NATO leaders expected to hike defence spending, but it won’t apply to all
The five per cent goal is made up of two parts, including agreeing to a hike pure defence spending to 3.5 per cent of GDP, up from the current target of at least two per cent,
Trump says U.S. intelligence ‘wrong’ about Iran’s nuclear capabilities
Trump has contested assessments relayed earlier this year by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard that Tehran was not working on a nuclear weapon.
U.S. Supreme Court denies request to quickly hear Trump tariff challenge
The Supreme Court denied a request by one of the plaintiffs in the case to expedite a review of the dispute while a lower court considers the Trump administration's appeal.
U.S. resumes student visa applications under new social media vetting rules
The Trump administration said consular officers will be on the lookout for social media posts and messages that could be deemed hostile to the United States.
What are the stakes in Strait of Hormuz if Iran-Israel conflict worsens?
Tensions are flaring up in the Middle-East and there are already knock-on effects impacting economies globally, including with higher prices for gasoline at the pumps.
Iran’s leader rejects call to surrender, warns against U.S. involvement
U.S. President Donald Trump initially distanced himself from Israel's surprise attack on Friday, but in recent days has hinted at greater American involvement.
TikTok’s Chinese owner may get more time to sell, Trump suggests
TikTok's parent company, based in China, may be getting an extended deadline from U.S. President Donald Trump to divest its popular video sharing app.
Trump denies leaving G7 to work on Israel, Iran ceasefire amid conflict
Trump wrote on his social media platform Truth Social that Iran "can not have a nuclear weapon" before heading back to Washington, D.C. from the G7 summit early.
Donald Trump leaving G7 summit early because of crisis in Middle East
The White House said Donald Trump had a great day at the G7 summit in Kananaskis but will leave Alberta on Monday night because of the escalating conflict in the Middle East.
Canada, U.S. say don’t travel to Iran ‘for any reason’ amid Israel conflict
A new alert was issued by the U.S. the same day that Israel warned hundreds of thousands of people in the middle of the Iranian capital Tehran to evacuate.
Why have gas prices gone up recently, and will they keep climbing?
Prices have spiked in recent weeks for crude oil, as well as fuels like gasoline at pumps, and although tensions in the Middle East are a big factor, there is more to the equation.
Carney, Trump to meet Monday as leaders gather in Canada for G7 summit
Mark Carney and Donald Trump will meet ahead of the G7 summit, as Canada and the U.S.'s work toward a new agreement on trade and security has yet to produce a deal.