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Canada Drops Digital Tax to Restart Trade Talks With Trump

Canada has decided to withdraw its digital services tax in an effort to revive trade negotiations with the United States, following a halt initiated by President Donald Trump in response to the proposed levy. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Sunday that he and Trump have reached an agreement to resume discussions. He confirmed that......

EBRD invests $25 million in Morocco’s Boumadine mine to boost exploration

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced a $25 million loan to Canadian mining company Aya Gold & Silver Inc., aimed at advancing the exploration of the Boumadine polymetallic mine in Morocco’s Drâa-Tafilalet region. This marks a significant step in the development of one of Morocco’s......

Russia-Ukraine: List of Key Events, Day 1,217

On June 25, the conflict between Russia and Ukraine entered its 1,217th day, marked by intensifying violence and heightened diplomatic activity. In southeastern Ukraine, a deadly wave of Russian missile strikes on the city of Dnipro resulted in 17 fatalities and left more than 200 people injured. The bombardment caused serious damage to buildings......

US Tightens Student Visa Rules Requiring Access to Social Media

The United States government has reactivated its student visa processing program after a temporary suspension but with a significant new requirement: all applicants must make their social media accounts publicly accessible for government inspection. According to a statement released on Wednesday, the US State Department announced that foreign......

Iberia to expand routes to US and Canada with major fleet upgrade

Spanish airline Iberia has unveiled plans to expand its long-haul fleet from 45 to 70 aircraft, enabling the carrier to increase flight frequencies and introduce new routes across North and South America. The announcement marks a significant step in Iberia’s strategy to strengthen Madrid's Barajas airport as a key European hub and......

Russia-Ukraine: List of Key Events, Day 1,211

As of Thursday, June 19, the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues to intensify, marked by a devastating Russian offensive on Kyiv earlier this week. The death toll has now reached 28, with 130 others wounded, while rescue operations remain in progress. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the attack involved......

Trump’s move to block foreign students threatens Harvard’s Kennedy School

Oscar Escobar, who at 35 became the youngest elected mayor in his Colombian hometown in 2023, earned a spot at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government a program designed for future global leaders like him. However, due to recent actions by the Trump administration, Escobar may be among the last international students......

Zelenskyy warns of diplomatic breakdown as G7 fails to unite on Ukraine

The recent G7 summit held in Kananaskis, Canada, ended without a unified declaration of support for Ukraine, highlighting emerging divisions among the group’s members. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed concern over what he called a “crisis in diplomacy,” following the early departure of U.S. President Donald......

Modi denies US mediation in India-Pakistan ceasefire

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has firmly informed US President Donald Trump that the recent ceasefire between India and Pakistan was achieved through direct military discussions between the two countries, without any intervention from the United States, according to a senior Indian diplomat. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri stated that......

G7 Shows United Support for Ukraine Despite US Withdrawal

The Group of Seven (G7) leaders expressed strong backing for Ukraine on Tuesday, even in the absence of US President Donald Trump, who abruptly left the summit due to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. This departure prevented a formal joint declaration pressing Russia to cease hostilities against Ukraine. Ukrainian President......

US and UK Seal Trade Deal While Steel Dispute Remains

KANANASKIS, Alberta — On the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Canada, U.S. President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the signing of a new trade agreement aimed at easing certain tariffs between the two nations. The deal marks a step forward in efforts to finalize a comprehensive trade pact, though critical issues......

Ronaldo sends signed Portugal jersey to Trump with peace message amid Middle East tensions

Cristiano ronaldo has gifted a signed portugal national team jersey to u.s. president donald trump, accompanied by a heartfelt message advocating “playing for peace.” The gesture comes at a time when global attention is focused on escalating tensions between israel and iran. Trump, currently attending the g7 summit in alberta,......

Trump Eyes Lasting Solution to Iran Nuclear Crisis amid Escalating Conflict

TEL AVIV/DUBAI, June 17 – U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed a desire for a "real end" to the longstanding nuclear standoff with Iran, suggesting that high-level American envoys could be sent to engage with Tehran as hostilities between Israel and Iran enter their fifth consecutive day. Speaking during his late-night......

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