Israel has launched deadly attacks on Gaza, ending a ceasefire and resulting in at least a dozen deaths and many injuries. The attacks were in response to Hamas refusing to release more hostages, with Defense Minister Israel Katz warning of further action until all hostages are freed. The ceasefire, initiated in January and involving the release of prisoners, ended without progress towards a lasting solution, leading to increased tensions and violence in the region.
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Staples: Smith will fail Canadians if she cancels event with Shapiro
Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi criticizes Premier Danielle Smith for meeting with right-wing U.S. commentator Ben Shapiro, calling him racist and transphobic. Despite opposition, Smith proceeds, aiming to influence Americans on Trump's tariffs with Shapiro's large following. Nenshi's NDP condemns Smith's association, citing Shapiro's controversial remarks, but Smith persists in her efforts to engage with the American right. Full Article
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