Organizers of a Canadian delegation barred from entering the West Bank by Israel are urging Ottawa to impose steeper sanctions. Umair Ashraf of The Canadian-Muslim Vote spoke on Parliament Hill.
Officials from the U.S. and Venezuela remain silent following former President Trump's mention of potential action against a suspected drug boat facility. Details are scarce as the geopolitical implications unfold.
Igor Makarov, a billionaire former Russian oligarch, has failed to convince a Canadian court to lift sanctions freezing $145 million in assets. The court cited his deep ties to Russia's gas sector and dealings with Vladimir Putin.
A Canadian appeal court has dismissed billionaire Igor Makarov's bid to lift sanctions, freezing $145M in assets linked to Russia's energy sector and Putin ties. Read the full ruling.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced a military strike on a major facility in Venezuela as part of an ongoing campaign. Details emerge following his meeting with Ukraine's leader.
China imposes sanctions on 20 U.S. defence companies and 10 executives in response to major arms sales to Taiwan, escalating tensions. Details on the targeted firms and the political fallout.
Beijing imposes sanctions on 20 U.S. defense companies and 10 executives, including Anduril and Boeing, in response to a major arms package for Taiwan. Tensions escalate as China freezes assets and bans business dealings.
A British technology campaigner has launched a legal challenge against the U.S. Trump administration's sanctions policy. The lawsuit, filed on December 25, 2025, highlights ongoing international tensions over tech and trade regulations.
Donald Trump's 2025 Christmas message mixed holiday greetings with sharp attacks on political foes and bold claims about the economy and national security. Read the full story and reactions.
The European Union threatens possible measures after the United States bars entry to five European officials accused of enabling censorship. Tensions rise over digital rights and sovereignty.
The EU's watered-down $105 billion aid plan for Ukraine reveals a fractured front, while signals from the Trump White House suggest a dramatic pivot in U.S. policy towards Russia and its allies.
Venezuela's government is pushing to criminalize the seizure of its oil tankers as former U.S. President Donald Trump increases pressure on Nicolás Maduro's regime. This geopolitical tension could impact global oil markets.
Rising tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela over oil resources and seized tankers could have significant ripple effects for Canada's energy security and foreign policy. Analysis of the potential impacts.
Mary Trump offers a psychological analysis of her uncle's need to brand public spaces, linking it to a deep-seated need for love and validation. Read her full interview insights.
As U.S. forces intercept Venezuelan oil shipments, experts debate Washington's true motives: oil, regime change, or a geopolitical struggle with Russia and China?
Amazon confirms it blocked over 1,800 job applications from North Korea in 2025, highlighting corporate efforts to enforce international sanctions. Learn about the compliance measures.
Russia vows full support for Venezuela as the UN Security Council prepares to discuss escalating U.S. hostilities, including a blockade of oil tankers. Read the latest on the Caribbean crisis.
U.S. President Donald Trump held a political event with Senator Marco Rubio and Pete Hegseth during his Florida vacation, as diplomatic tensions with Venezuela escalate. Details from the AP report.
The U.S. has boarded two more oil tankers off Venezuela, escalating a blockade that experts warn could halt all of the country's crude exports. Read the latest on the rising tensions.
U.S. officials confirm pursuit of a third oil tanker near Venezuela on December 21, 2025, escalating maritime tensions. Get the latest details on this developing international security story.
U.S. authorities have seized an oil tanker near Venezuela, officials confirmed on December 20, 2025. The operation marks a significant escalation in maritime enforcement actions in the region.
The U.S. has interdicted a second vessel off Venezuela, enforcing President Trump's declared blockade of sanctioned oil tankers. This move disrupts global crude flows and heightens regional tensions.
U.S. forces intercept another sanctioned oil tanker off Venezuela, escalating Trump's blockade. The move disrupts global crude flows and risks pushing oil prices higher. Get the latest details.
U.S. officials confirm the interdiction and seizure of a vessel off the coast of Venezuela in December 2025. Get the latest details on this maritime security operation.
Brazil's President Lula da Silva issues a stark warning against military intervention in Venezuela, highlighting the risk of a massive humanitarian disaster. Read his full statement.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the Russia-Ukraine war, Gaza conflict, and Venezuela tensions in a wide-ranging news conference on December 19, 2025. Get the key details.
Brazilian and Mexican leaders are engaging in urgent diplomacy to prevent escalation between the U.S. and Venezuela. Read the latest on this developing international crisis.
Tucker Carlson wrongly predicted President Trump would declare war on Venezuela in a national address. The claim, based on a tip, drew mockery and conspiracy theories online. Read the full story.
Mary Trump calls out the hypocrisy of Donald Trump selling expensive holiday merchandise while suggesting families cut back. Explore the clash of message and marketing.
The U.S. Congress has voted to permanently repeal the Caesar Act sanctions on Syria, a bipartisan move hailed as a decisive step for reconstruction. Learn about the implications for the war-torn nation.