Trump closes Venezuela airspace amid military pressure
President Trump declares Venezuela airspace closed as US military deploys carrier to Caribbean. Six airlines suspend flights amid escalating tensions.
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Canada's Big 6 Banks Navigate Risks in Q4 Earnings
Canada's Big Six banks prepare to report Q4 earnings amid trade tensions and private credit concerns. Analysts expect higher EPS but warn of geopolitical headwinds affecting outlook.
South Africa Calls Trump's G20 Ban 'Punitive'
South Africa denounces President Trump's decision to bar it from the 2026 G20 summit, calling the move punitive amid ongoing diplomatic tensions over multiple policies.
Quebec Minister Boulet navigates union tensions carefully
Quebec Labour Minister Jean Boulet avoids escalating conflicts with unions as tensions rise. Get the latest on the government's approach to labour relations in Quebec.
Hamas returns Israeli hostage body in fragile ceasefire
Hamas agrees to return an Israeli hostage's body as part of delicate ceasefire negotiations. The development comes amid ongoing tensions in the region.
Quebec Constitution Bill 1 Faces Legal Challenges
Constitutional lawyer Julius Gray warns CAQ's Bill 1 erodes rights, increases Ottawa tensions, and contains unconstitutional provisions. Analysis of Quebec's historic move.
Netanyahu to Beirut: Disarm Hezbollah After IDF Strike
Israeli PM Netanyahu urges Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah after an IDF strike in Beirut kills the group's 'chief of staff,' Haytham Ali Tabatabai. Read the latest on Middle East tensions.
Israel launches new Gaza strikes testing ceasefire
Israeli forces conduct new strikes against Hamas in Gaza, testing the fragile ceasefire. Latest developments and international reactions to the escalating conflict.
Japan on Guard for Regional Crisis, Defence Chief Says
Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi reiterates Tokyo's stance on Taiwan while visiting islands near the potential conflict zone. Japan monitors the situation closely amid rising China tensions.
White House hits South African leader over G20 remarks
U.S. officials criticize South African President Cyril Ramaphosa for comments about American G20 boycott. Diplomatic tensions escalate between nations.
Israeli strikes in Lebanon, Gaza kill dozens
Israeli military strikes hit Lebanon and Gaza, resulting in dozens of casualties. Get the latest details on the escalating conflict and international response.
Israeli Airstrike Kills 1, Wounds 11 in Lebanon
Israeli airstrike hits Palestinian refugee camp in southern Lebanon, killing one person and injuring 11 including students. Latest escalation in border tensions.
Poland to close final Russian consulate after sabotage
Poland announces the closure of its last Russian consulate following a major railway sabotage incident. Prime Minister Donald Tusk visits the damaged site as tensions escalate.
Kovrig on China's Threat After 1,019-Day Detention
Former diplomat Michael Kovrig discusses his detention in China and warns of the urgent need for Canada to counter Beijing's geopolitical ambitions. Read his full analysis.
South Korea offers talks with North to prevent border clash
South Korea has proposed military talks with North Korea to prevent accidental armed clashes at their heavily fortified border. Learn about the latest developments in inter-Korean relations.
US Aircraft Carrier Arrives in Caribbean Amid Tensions
The USS Gerald R. Ford, America's most advanced aircraft carrier, has arrived in the Caribbean as part of a massive military deployment. This move raises questions about US intentions toward Venezuela amid ongoing counterdrug operations.
Japan Urges China to De-escalate Taiwan Dispute
Japan calls for calm as China issues travel advisory over PM Takaichi's Taiwan remarks. Learn about the diplomatic spat and its economic implications.
Russia Offers Nuclear Test Talks with U.S.
Russia proposes dialogue with the U.S. over nuclear test accusations, denying Trump's claims of secret detonations. Read the latest on global nuclear tensions.
Google denies changing Western Sahara border for Morocco
Google refutes claims it removed Western Sahara border for Moroccan users. Tech giant maintains consistent mapping policy amid geopolitical sensitivities. Read the full details.
U.S. Carrier Moves Near Venezuela Amid Rising Tensions
A U.S. aircraft carrier deployment to Latin America heightens regional tensions with Venezuela. Get the latest developments on this strategic military move and its implications.
U.K. Government Caught in Trump-BBC Feud Conflict
The British government finds itself embroiled in a diplomatic dispute involving former U.S. President Donald Trump and the BBC. Get the latest developments on this international controversy.
Japan-China tensions rise over Taiwan remarks
Japan and China exchange sharp diplomatic words after PM Takaichi's comments on Taiwan, escalating regional tensions. Read the latest developments.
Carney's PM ambitions: Why China would be pleased
Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney's rumoured political ambitions are raising eyebrows as analysts suggest China would enthusiastically support his rise to power, creating potential foreign policy complications for Canada.
Israel Strikes Hezbollah Targets in Lebanon
Israeli military conducts precision strikes against Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon, responding to rocket attacks amid growing regional tensions. Latest developments on the escalating conflict.
Israeli Jets Escalate Strikes on Southern Lebanon
Israeli warplanes intensify cross-border operations, targeting multiple towns in southern Lebanon amid rising tensions with Hezbollah. Latest strikes mark significant escalation in near-daily exchanges of fire.
Hamas transfers additional hostage remains to Israel
Israeli military confirms Hamas has transferred additional human remains believed to be those of a hostage, as fragile negotiations continue in the Gaza conflict.
Trump's Venezuela Gambit: A Western Strategic Win?
How the Trump administration's bold confrontation with Venezuela's Maduro regime could deliver a strategic victory for Western energy security and democracy in the hemisphere.
Israel returns 15 Palestinian bodies to Gaza
Israeli authorities have transferred the bodies of 15 Palestinians back to Gaza through the Kerem Shalom crossing, raising questions about the ongoing conflict and humanitarian protocols.
Supply Chains Unprepared for Geopolitical Risks: Study
Groundbreaking DP World research exposes how geopolitical instability threatens global supply chains, with 96% of executives reporting significant disruptions in past year.
Sikh pilgrims cross India-Pakistan border
In a significant diplomatic development, hundreds of Indian Sikh pilgrims have crossed into Pakistan through the Wagah border crossing, marking the first major movement between the nuclear-armed neighbors since deadly clashes in May.
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