Canada announces new Russia sanctions as invasion of Ukraine hits 4 years – National | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand announced new sanctions against Russia and financial support for Ukraine on Tuesday to mark the fourth anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. “If we value democratic government, if we value the concept of territorial integrity, if we value state sovereignty, then we see Ukraine’s fight as part of […]
Canadian police warn Sikh activist of threat to life as Carney announces India visit | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] As Prime Minister Mark Carney heads to India this week for trade talks, police have warned a Canadian Sikh leader about a “credible threat” to his life. Moninder Singh, who heads the Sikh Federation of Canada, said a member of the Vancouver Police Department delivered the caution on Sunday. The tip about the threat […]
Canada seeks to revoke citizenship of terrorist linked to Mumbai attack | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] The Canadian government is pushing to revoke the citizenship of a Pakistan-born businessman accused of playing a key role in the 2008 terrorist attack in Mumbai, India that left 166 dead. Documents obtained by Global News show that immigration officials have notified Tahawwur Rana Hussain that they intend to strip him of the Canadian […]
Violence erupts across Mexico after drugs kingpin El Mencho assassinated
[ad_1] To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video The killing of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader, ‘El Mencho’ has sparked unrest, fires and chaos across tourist hotspots in Mexico. ‘El Mencho’, whose real name is Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, was killed in the […]
Milan, Cortina Olympic cauldrons extinguished bringing end to Winter Games – National | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] The Milan Cortina Olympics ended Sunday as the twin flames in co-host cities Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo were extinguished as part of a closing ceremony inside the ancient Verona Arena, roughly mid-distance between the far-flung mountain, valley and city venues that made these the most spread-out Winter Games ever. In declaring the 2026 Games […]
Canadians urged to shelter in place in Mexican state amid violence – National | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] Descrease article font size Increase article font size Canadians in Puerto Vallarta are being asked to shelter in place as the Canadian government warns violence is escalating in Mexico’s Jalisco state. Global Affairs Canada issued a notice on its travel advisory page for Mexico on Sunday, warning of violence and roadblocks in the region. “Criminal […]
Canadian designer takes centre ice at 2026 Winter Olympics | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] A Quebec costume designer is stepping into the global spotlight at the 2026 Winter Olympics, dressing some of the world’s top figure skaters as they compete on the sport’s biggest stage. Mathieu Caron, a former ballroom dancer from Quebec, has been creating elaborate costumes for more than a decade. He says his fascination with […]
Inside Iran’s hellish Evin jail where British couple face 10 years of torture
[ad_1] Evin prison houses political prisoners, dissidents and foreign nationals (Picture: Siamak Ebrahimi/ZUMA Press Wire) For the next 10 years, Lindsay and Craig Foreman may call one of Iran’s most notorious prisons home. The British couple were jailed today over allegations of espionage after being arrested last year during an around-the-world motorcycle journey. They’re currently […]
Canada wants to withhold ‘sensitive’ information from trial over Sikh leader’s killing | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] Canada’s justice department is fighting to prevent “sensitive” national security information from emerging at the upcoming murder trial of four Indian men accused of gunning down a B.C. Sikh leader in 2023. In an application to the Federal Court, lawyers representing the Attorney General of Canada asked for permission to withhold some evidence at […]
Rhode Island shooting brought to ‘swift end’ by ‘good Samaritan’: police – National | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] A shooter unleashed a flurry of bullets during a Rhode Island youth hockey game, killing two people and injuring three others, in an attack that was cut short when a spectator stepped in to help stop the tragedy, authorities said. Investigators had spoken to nearly 100 witnesses as of Monday evening as they attempt […]