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Lithuania Abandons Landmark Treaty as Fears of Russian Aggression Escalate
Lithuania has withdrew from the international cluster munitions convention due to the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. The convention, signed by over 120 countries, prohibits the acquisition, use, and production of these controversial weapons. The decision was made to send a strategic message that Lithuania is prepared to use all necessary measures for its defense, considering the war in Ukraine a direct threat to its national security. Read the full story here
Sanctioned Skies: Russia Accused of Pilfering American Aircraft Components
The US Department of Justice has arrested three individuals linked to an Ohio company for exporting $2 million worth of civilian aircraft parts to Russia in violation of US export laws. This marks the fifth time in three years that the US has accused individuals or entities of involvement in a scheme to illegally ship aircraft parts to Russia. Russia's civilian airline industry is facing a crisis due to sweeping US and European sanctions, with…
Ontario Strikes Back: 25% Electricity Export Tax to Hit US on Monday
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has announced that the province will impose a 25 per cent tariff on electricity exported to the U.S. as of Monday, despite a one-month reprieve on tariffs on many Canadian goods. The premier has stated that the tariffs will remain in place until U.S. President Donald Trump removes the threat of tariffs entirely, and has threatened to double the energy tax to 50 per cent if necessary, citing the need for…
Trade Tension Relief: Canada Holds Firm on Tariffs Amid Temporary US Reprieve
Canada will maintain its retaliatory tariffs against the US, despite President Trump's decision to postpone 25% tariffs on many Canadian imports for a month, according to senior Canadian government officials. The country's initial $30 billion Canadian (US$21 billion) worth of retaliatory tariffs will remain in place, while a second wave of tariffs has been suspended, Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc announced, as the US and Canada navigate a trade war with ongoing uncertainty. Read the full…
Botched Bombing: South Korean Village Caught in Crossfire During Bungled Military Exercise
South Korea's air force has apologized after a fighter jet accidentally dropped eight bombs in the wrong place during a training exercise, injuring 15 civilians and damaging several buildings. The incident occurred during live-fire exercises in preparation for joint South Korea-US military exercises, with the air force regretting the unintended release of the bombs and wishing those injured a swift recovery, and an investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the incident. Read…
NATO’s Protective Shield: Italy Urges Expansion to Encompass Ukraine
Italian leader Giorgia Meloni emphasized the need for long-term security solutions in Ukraine, rather than simply sending troops. She suggested that NATO's Article 5 protections could be extended to Ukraine, providing a security umbrella without requiring full membership. Meloni stated that this approach would offer stable and real security guarantees, and that discussions on this initiative are ongoing, with Italy actively working on it, although no concrete timelines have been set. Read the full story…
EU Lawmakers Gain Unfettered Access to China Amid Diplomatic Shift
The European Parliament has lifted restrictions on lawmakers meeting certain Chinese officials, indicating a potential thaw in EU-China relations. The decision reverses guidelines introduced in April 2023, which limited bilateral contacts with Chinese officials due to human rights concerns, and signals a shift towards renewed engagement with China. Read the full story here
United Front: EU Pledges Cooperation in Wake of Trump’s Call to Action
The European Union has committed to bolstering its defenses and freeing up hundreds of billions of euros for security after US President Donald Trump's warnings that he would cut them adrift to face the threat of Russia alone. The EU leaders have pledged to invest more in defense and to act with speed and resolve to ensure Europe's security, with an estimated 650 billion euros potentially available for defense spending after loosening budget restrictions. Read…
US Temporarily Relaxes Tariffs on Canadian and Mexican Imports
U.S. President Donald Trump has granted Canada and Mexico a partial reprieve from punishing 25-per-cent tariffs until April 2. The decision brings temporary relief to Canadian businesses and Ottawa, amidst uncertainty in trade policy. The tariff pause applies to goods compliant with the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA), covering a significant portion of Canadian exports to the U.S. Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc stated that Canada won't proceed with additional tariffs on U.S. goods while working towards…