Carney announces supports for Canada’s lumber, steel sectors

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.

The Canadian government has announced new support measures for the lumber and steel industries, which have been adversely affected by tariffs imposed by the United States. This initiative comes amid stalled trade negotiations between Ottawa and Washington, highlighting ongoing tensions in trade relations.

The Department of Homeland Security has announced that hundreds of thousands of Haitians in the U.S. will lose their legal protections and work permits in February, requiring those without the right to stay to return to Haiti. This decision affects approximately 340,000 individuals who have been living under Temporary Protected Status (TPS).

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to travel to Washington next week, indicating a lack of urgency to resume stalled trade talks with the United States. This visit comes amid ongoing trade tensions that have affected various sectors, including lumber and steel.

A Georgia judge has dismissed the last remaining criminal case against Donald Trump, which accused him of attempting to overturn the 2020 election results. This ruling effectively closes a significant chapter in the legal challenges Trump faced following the election, as prosecutors argued that the investigation should have been handled at the federal level.

Russia's Kremlin spokesman stated that discussions aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict in Ukraine are serious, but emphasized that no concessions will be made. This statement comes as U.S. President Donald Trump advocates for an end to the war, indicating ongoing diplomatic efforts.

Two US National Guard troops were injured in a shooting incident in Washington, DC, prompting police to take one suspect into custody. The shooting has raised concerns about safety in the capital, especially given the heightened tensions surrounding military presence in urban areas.

The state prosecutor in Georgia has officially dismissed the charges against Donald Trump and his co-defendants in the election interference case, marking the end of this legal battle. The dismissal was confirmed by Pete Skandalakis, who took over the case after Fani Willis was removed as Fulton County District Attorney. Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee issued a one-page order to finalize the dismissal of the 2020 racketeering case.