World leaders were caught on hot microphones at the G7 summit in France, revealing candid remarks. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney was overheard telling U.S. President Donald Trump that Chinese-made electric vehicles account for 'less than 3 per cent' of the market, according to reports from The Associated Press.
Carney and Trump's Exchange
The hot mic incident occurred as leaders gathered for the annual summit. Carney's comment to Trump was likely in response to trade discussions, though no bilateral meetings were scheduled between the two leaders. CTV News reported that the French hosts aimed to make Trump feel welcomed despite recent tensions.
Other Highlights from the Summit
CTV National News covered what success would look like for Carney and Canada at the G7, while also noting that leaders welcomed a U.S.-Iran ceasefire deal. The summit featured a packed itinerary for Carney on day two, with meetings with various world leaders.
Domestic News Amid International Focus
Back in Canada, several stories emerged, including the Liberal government tabling First Nations drinking water legislation, a watchdog criticizing the tax code as 'completely nuts,' and Bell cutting nearly 700 jobs. In sports, John Tortorella will not return as coach of the Vegas Golden Knights, and former NHL player Kyle Calder died at 47.
Other incidents included a man dying in Vancouver police cells, a delivery driver caught in a lewd act at an Ontario provincial park, and a teacher arrested at Edmonton airport on child sexual abuse charges. A fire damaged the historic Tam Kung Temple in Victoria's Chinatown, and an FBI shooting near the Canada-U.S. border is under investigation.
Internationally, a 6.7-magnitude earthquake shook Indonesia, and India temporarily blocked Telegram over medical exam fraud. The EU is set to ban plant-based 'steaks' but allow veggie 'burgers.'
