This week, Kurds in Iraq and Syria celebrated the Newroz festival, symbolizing hope for political change amidst ongoing transformations in the region, including peace talks and ceasefire agreements. In Akre, northern Iraq, over 1,500 volunteers carried torches up the mountains, dancing in traditional outfits to the sound of drums and flutes. In Syria, Kurds marked Newroz openly for the first time in years, waving Kurdish flags alongside the new Syrian flag, as they await recognition of their rights under the new rulers in Damascus.
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Donald Trump’s steel tariffs prompt anger and warnings of ‘catastrophic’ job cuts in Canada
Canada's steel industry faces severe threats following US President Donald Trump's decision to double tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to 50%, potentially leading to "catastrophic" job losses and supply chain disruptions. Prime Minister Mark Carney's recent attempts to mend US-Canada relations have been undermined, as Canadian officials express concerns over the impact on their 23,000 steel jobs and the broader economy. In response, Canada plans retaliatory tariffs on US goods, while Carney asserts the...
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