Nova Scotia to sell last of U.S. booze pulled from shelves, giving profits to charity

Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston expressed disappointment regarding the response of N.S. Power to a cyberattack that occurred earlier this year, indicating a lack of adequate measures taken by the utility company.

The U.S. government has announced a re-examination of green card holders from 19 countries deemed 'of concern,' following a shooting incident near the White House that critically injured two National Guard members. The suspect, identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, has raised significant security concerns due to his background and the circumstances of his entry into the U.S.

Canadian Defence Minister Anita Anand announced that Canada has no plans to re-engage with Iran, emphasizing the country's focus on preventing Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons and encouraging diplomatic engagement with the United States.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has commented on the latest U.S. proposal for peace in Ukraine, describing it as a starting point that requires further work. He emphasized that the plan presents a series of questions that need to be addressed before any agreement can be reached.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that Russia will continue its military efforts in Ukraine if ongoing peace talks do not yield satisfactory agreements. He expressed a willingness to engage with the U.S. regarding a potential peace plan while simultaneously warning of Russia's readiness to expand its territorial claims in Ukraine.

Olga Stefanishyna, Ukraine's ambassador to the U.S., is actively involved in negotiating a peace deal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict with Russia, emphasizing that any agreement must prevent future aggression from Moscow. This comes as Ukraine faces significant pressure from U.S. proposals that may require substantial concessions, including territorial compromises and military reductions.

Former President Donald Trump’s approach to foreign policy, particularly regarding Russia and China, has raised concerns among American security partners as these nations exploit his dealmaking tendencies to disrupt U.S. alliances. This dynamic is evident in the context of ongoing geopolitical tensions, especially surrounding the Ukraine conflict and Taiwan.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump advised Japan to temper its rhetoric regarding Taiwan following a phone call with Chinese President Xi Jinping, which raised concerns in Tokyo about escalating tensions in the region. Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi had previously suggested a military response if China were to attack Taiwan, prompting a strong reaction from Beijing.