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Ukraine and US Set for Crucial Peace Talks in Saudi Arabia Amid Ongoing Conflict
The Ukrainian president has announced that diplomatic talks between Ukraine and the US will take place next week. The discussions, aimed at ending the war, will be held in Saudi Arabia. The meetings are expected to address key issues and potentially pave the way for a peaceful resolution. Further details on the talks have not been disclosed at this time. Read the full story here
Sanders Demands Senate Investigation into Dogecoin, Because Clearly the Biggest Threat to America is a Meme Coin and Elon Musk’s Tweets
I am just so done with the absolute chaos that is the US government, and Sen. Bernie Sanders is totally on the same page - he's all like, "what's going on here, folks?" And I'm over here thinking, "preach, Bernie, preach!" (can someone please just buy me a copy of "Government for Dummies" already?). But anyway, back to the issue at hand: it seems that Elon Musk, aka the richest man in the world, has…
Beijing Slams Washington: Chinese Ambassador Condemns Trump’s Handling of European Relations
China's special envoy for European affairs, Lu Shaye, expressed his disapproval of the way President Donald Trump treated American allies in Europe. He emphasized that a peace deal for Ukraine should involve all relevant parties, including European nations, and not be dictated by the US and Russia alone. Read the full story here
US Delays Tariffs on Select Canadian Imports Until Early April
U.S. President Donald Trump has delayed his tariffs on some Canadian goods until April 2, offering Canada a partial reprieve from a 25 per cent levy. However, roughly 62 per cent of imports from Canada would still face steep tariffs. Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc stated that the vast majority of Canadian exports to the U.S. are or can quickly be CUSMA compliant, and the number is expected to rise to 100 per cent, taking pressure…
Western Allies Rethink Intelligence Sharing as Trump Cozies Up to Putin
The Trump administration's conciliatory approach to Russia has prompted some U.S. allies to consider scaling back the intelligence they share with Washington, citing concerns about safeguarding foreign assets and potential breaches of trust. According to sources, allies such as Israel, Saudi Arabia, and members of the Five Eyes spy alliance are examining how to revise current protocols for sharing intelligence in light of the Trump administration's warming relations with Russia, with some officials expressing doubts…
B.C. to Introduce Legislation Requiring Trucks to Alaska to Pay Toll, Offer Apology Letter, and Sacrifice One Trailer to the Robson Street Starbucks Gods
I am literally so done with these trade wars, can't we all just get along? So, British Columbia is hitting back at the United States (because, why not, right?) by introducing tools to impose fees on U.S. truck traffic travelling through the province to Alaska. And I'm like, okay, this is getting interesting. Premier David Eby said the tolls may not be used, but warned that Canada needs to have tools available to fight the…
Ontario to Slap 25% Levy on Electricity Exports to US, Starting Monday
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has announced that the province will implement a 25 per cent tax on electricity exported to the United States, effective Monday. This move is expected to impact the province's energy trade with its southern neighbor. The new tax will be applied to electricity sales to the U.S., as the province aims to generate revenue and potentially alter the dynamics of its energy exports. Further details on the implementation and potential effects…
South Syria Erupts in Violence as Government Crackdown on Loyalist Militia Sparks Fatal Confrontations
Deadly clashes have erupted in southern Syria following a government raid on pro-Assad groups, resulting in the deaths of three people. The clashes occurred during a security forces operation in the city of al-Sanamein, targeting drug dealers and remnants of the former Assad regime. Read the full story here
Global Support Grows: Up to 20 Nations May Join Forces with Ukraine
Approximately 20 countries are interested in joining a "coalition of the willing" to support Ukraine, according to UK officials, with some potentially providing troops and others offering other forms of assistance. The UK and France are leading the effort to establish a ceasefire in Ukraine, with a proposed one-month truce in the air, at sea, and on energy infrastructure, backed by a coalition of western countries, although Russia has rejected this proposal, stating it would…
Europe’s Debt Crisis Spurs Appetite for Conflict Bonds
The European Union is facing challenges in establishing joint European bonds as a viable financial product, with limited opportunities for investors to hedge their risk through futures and options contracts. Despite efforts by the Commission's top budget official, Stéphanie Riso, to promote joint European bonds, the market remains skeptical, with experts warning that a larger supply of bonds will push borrowing costs higher. Read the full story here