Tag: World
EU is pushing for auto tariffs to be eased in U.S. trade deal
The European Union is working to have U.S. tariffs lowered for its car exports as part of the finalized trade deal between the two transatlantic partners.
Macron calls Putin ‘an ogre at our doorstep,’ doubts Russia will make peace
The comments in a French interview were Macron's harshest so far amid his repeated warnings in recent weeks that Moscow isn't serious about ending its invasion.
Boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. deported from U.S., jailed in Mexico
Julio César Chávez Jr. had a warrant for his arrest in Mexico for alleged arms and drug trafficking and ties to the Sinaloa Cartel.
Xi Jinping makes rare visit to Tibet, marking 60 years of contested Chinese rule
Critics say repression in Tibet has become more systematic and wide-reaching since the crushing of anti-government protests in 2008.
Afghanistan bus crash kills more than 70 Afghans returning from Iran
Tolo News, citing an official, said the accident happened Tuesday evening when the bus collided with a truck and a motorbike, causing a massive fire.
Israel reviewing Gaza ceasefire proposal after Hamas response
An offer for a temporary ceasefire in Gaza is being considered by Israeli officials, after Hamas responded, and could see fighting pause for 60-days and some hostages released.
Mexico denies U.S. DEA statement on cross-border deal to fight drug cartels
'We have not reached any agreement,' a visibly annoyed President Claudia Sheinbaum said after the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration announced a partnership.
Ukraine hopeful Canada will ‘actively’ be part of future security guarantee
Prime Minister Mark Carney and other senior officials say they will play a role in security guarantees for Ukraine, but what that involves remains an open question.
‘A little bit of hope’: Canada’s Ukrainian community reacts to latest peace talks
Hundreds of thousands of Ukrainians who have come to Canada since the war began are watching closely as world leaders try to broker a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine
U.S. working to set up future Putin-Zelenskyy meeting, White House says
The White House said Putin agreed to the meeting as part of 'the next phase of the peace process' in a call with Trump following Monday's meetings in Washington.
Canada leaving ‘no stone unturned’ to defend Arctic alongside NATO: Anand
Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand's meetings in Finland on Monday came the same day European leaders were at the White House discussing ways to end the war in Ukraine.
Hamas signals progress in Gaza ceasefire talks, Israel’s approval needed
Egypt's foreign minister said mediators are 'exerting extensive efforts' to revive a U.S. proposal for a 60-day ceasefire that would see Hamas release some remaining hostages.
Son of Norway’s crown princess charged with 32 offences, including rape
Marius Borg Høiby, the eldest son of Norway’s crown princess and stepson of the heir to the throne, could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted.
Swatch apologizes, pulls ‘slanted eye’ ad campaign amid backlash
The controversy is the latest in a series of challenges for the Swiss watch brand, including a stark drop in share value, which has fallen by almost half since 2023.
2 U.S. Carnival Cruise passengers drown in separate incidents on same day
The drownings occurred at the Celebration Key Carnival Cruise Line resort, the cruise line's new private island for Carnival guests in the Bahamas.