International Affairs
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Trump-Xi Summit: High Stakes and Uncertain Outcomes in Beijing
As Trump and Xi meet in Beijing, the world watches a high-stakes diplomatic dance with trade wars, Taiwan tensions, and ...
RCMP-China Police Pact Sparks Concerns Over Human Rights and Sovereignty
A renewed RCMP-China police agreement raises alarms over human rights abuses and transnational repression.
Trump-Xi Summit: Iran War and Trade Tensions Cast a Shadow
As Trump meets Xi in Beijing, the Iran conflict and trade disputes overshadow expectations for a breakthrough.
Japan's Snack Crisis: How the Iran War Is Affecting Potato Chips
Global oil shortages from the Iran conflict are disrupting Japan's snack industry, forcing companies like Calbee to alte...
Israel's Memorial Day Highlights Unresolved Justice for Nova Festival Victims
As Israel honors its fallen, survivors of the 2023 Hamas attack demand accountability for widespread sexual violence.
Mohawk Smuggler's Guilty Plea Highlights Deadly Border Crisis
A Mohawk man admits to smuggling migrants across the Canada-U.S. border, a case tied to a tragic boat capsizing that kil...
UK Sanctions Iranians for Alleged Assassination Plots and Terrorism
The UK has imposed sanctions on 12 Iranians and entities linked to assassination attempts and terrorist activities, targ...
UK Sanctions Iranian Operatives Over Assassination Plots and Terrorism
The UK has imposed sanctions on 12 individuals and entities linked to Iran's Zindashti Network for plotting attacks in B...
Iran Rejects US Ceasefire Offer as Trump Threatens Military Action
Iran has rejected the US ceasefire proposal, escalating tensions as Trump threatens renewed bombings over nuclear and sh...
France Faces Criticism Over Migrant Crisis Funding and Naval Barrier Proposal
France's funding of a film advising migrants on reaching the UK has sparked controversy, while a Belgian police chief ca...
Iran Ceasefire at Risk as US and Tehran Exchange Blows in Gulf
Tensions escalate in the Persian Gulf as Iran and the US trade attacks, threatening a fragile ceasefire. A cargo ship wa...
Iranian Activist Shares Harrowing Account of Evin Prison Torture
Shabnam Madadzadeh, a former political prisoner, reveals the brutal conditions and torture she endured during 70 days in...
Iranian Woman Recounts 70 Days of Solitary Confinement in Evin Prison
Shabnam Madadzadeh, imprisoned at 21 for opposing Iran's regime, reveals harrowing details of 70 days in solitary confin...
Putin Declares Ukraine War Nearing End Amid Escalation Concerns
Russian President Vladimir Putin claims the Ukraine war is ending while accusing NATO of fueling the conflict during Vic...
Iran's 70-Day Internet Blackout: Economic Toll and Impact on Iranian-Canadians
Iran's prolonged internet blackout has cost the economy $250 million daily and severely affected Iranian-Canadians, incl...
Israeli Drone and Air Strikes Kill 17 in Lebanon Despite Ceasefire
Israeli drone strikes south of Beirut and airstrikes in southern Lebanon killed 17 people, including children, despite a...
Russia's Victory Day Parade Scaled Down Amid Ukraine Tensions
Moscow held a scaled-down Victory Day parade featuring North Korean troops, while a U.S.-brokered ceasefire remained int...
UAE Under Attack: Iran Launches Drone & Missile Strikes
The United Arab Emirates is facing a second day of attacks from Iran involving drones and missiles, escalating regional ...
UAE Under Attack: Iran Launches Drone & Missile Strikes
The United Arab Emirates is facing a second day of attacks from Iran, utilizing drones and missiles. The UAE has affirme...
Iran Conflict Fuels UK Economic Fears
Escalating tensions between the US and Iran are impacting the UK economy, driving up fuel costs and threatening summer t...
Trump's Hormuz Plan: Facing Major Obstacles
President Trump's 'Operation Freedom' to secure passage through the Strait of Hormuz is encountering significant challen...
Trump Vows Military Action Over Strait of Hormuz
President Trump has threatened military force against Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions. 'Operati...
Strait of Hormuz: US Strategy Riddled with Confusion
President Trump's 'Project Freedom' to secure the Strait of Hormuz faces uncertainty and conflicting reports as Iran con...
US Military Strikes Drug Vessel in Caribbean, 2 Killed
The U.S. military conducted another strike on a suspected drug trafficking vessel in the Caribbean, resulting in two fat...
Starmer Seeks Closer EU Ties as Brussels Asks for Funds
Keir Starmer is advocating for stronger UK-EU relations, including financial support for Ukraine, while facing scrutiny ...
Trump Confirms Iran Attacks, Middle East Tensions Rise
President Trump has confirmed Iranian attacks in the Strait of Hormuz following attacks on the UAE, raising concerns abo...
EU Challenges Trump on Tariffs as NATO Tensions Rise
The European Union is responding to President Trump's new tariff threats and planned NATO troop withdrawals, asserting i...
Hormuz Strait Crisis: Iran Issues Warning to US
Escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are disrupting global shipping, with Iran warning the US against interventio...
Trump's Hormuz Plan Rejected by Iran
President Trump's 'Project Freedom' to aid ships in the Strait of Hormuz was swiftly rejected by Iran, which vowed to at...
US Launches 'Project Freedom' in Strait of Hormuz
The US has initiated 'Project Freedom' to aid ships and seafarers stranded in the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflict...