When world leaders commemorated the 70th anniversary of D-Day, the backdrop was the ongoing crisis following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the annexation of Crimea, which led to Russia’s expulsion from the G8 in March 2014. This decision was supported by global leaders, including Canada’s Stephen Harper, marking a significant shift in international relations, despite differing opinions from figures like Donald Trump.
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Quebec provincial police are searching for three-year-old Claire Bell, who was last seen on Sunday morning in Montreal's LaSalle borough. The investigation intensified after a brown chihuahua, believed to have been with her at the time of her disappearance, was found dead in the area. Need More Context? 🔎
Read morePeople from over a dozen Manitoba communities affected by wildfires this spring are beginning to return home, although officials caution that the danger from fires remains present in the province. A helicopter crew is actively working on firefighting efforts in the region, as seen in a recent aerial tour near Flin Flon, Manitoba. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreHealth officials in British Columbia have reported 18 suspected and confirmed cases of measles in a small community in the northern region of the province, emphasizing the disease's highly contagious nature. Symptoms of measles include fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a blotchy red rash, with potential complications such as brain inflammation and pneumonia. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreA Surrey, B.C. business owner, who has experienced three extortion-related shootings targeting his properties, organized a public safety forum to address escalating violence and extortion threats against the South Asian community. He urged for increased government intervention to enhance safety and protect the community from these alarming trends. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreU.S. President Donald Trump will depart the G7 Summit in Alberta early due to escalating tensions in the Middle East, where Israel and Iran are engaged in conflict. Despite signing a significant trade deal with the UK, Trump urged Iran to evacuate Tehran and criticized its failure to sign a nuclear deal, amid ongoing Israeli military actions against Iranian targets. Need More Context? 🔎
Read morePeel Regional Police Chief Nishan Duraiappah announced the arrests of 18 individuals linked to a violent criminal network in Brampton and Mississauga, which was involved in extortion, fraud, and other crimes connected to the tow truck industry. The investigation, dubbed Project Outsource, led to the seizure of over $4.2 million in assets, including 18 tow trucks and firearms, as authorities continue to address the crime wave targeting the South Asian community. Need More Context? 🔎
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