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What’s fuelling the surge of violence in Democratic Republic of Congo?The latest fighting is part of a major escalation of a conflict over power, identity and resources dating back to the 1990s Rwandan genocide.WorldFeb 14
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A plan is taking shape — quietly — to send European troops to UkraineAlarmed that U.S. security priorities lie elsewhere, a group of European countries has been working on a plan to send troops into Ukraine to enforce any peace settlement.CanadaFeb 14
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Europe must ‘own’ security for itself, U.S. defence head tells NATOU.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said he also believed NATO membership for Ukraine was not realistic, nor was the country regaining its pre-2014 borders.CanadaFeb 12
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Ukraine says it will defend existence as Trump calls Zelenskyy a ‘dictator’Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he “would like Trump’s team to be more truthful" after Trump suggested Ukraine “should have never started” the war.WorldFeb 19
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U.S. flights to Haiti barred for 30 days after planes struck by gunfireThe U.S. FAA issued a notice prohibiting U.S. civil aviation operations in the territory and airspace of Haiti below 10,000 feet for 30 days.WorldNov 12, 2024
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Israeli strikes kill 22 in Beirut and 27 in Gaza, UN peacekeepers injuredThe attack on the U.N.'s southern Lebanon headquarters, which injured two peacekeepers, drew widespread condemnation and prompted Italy to summon Israel's ambassador in protest.WorldOct 10, 2024
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Israel warns Lebanese border towns to evacuate amid ‘localized ground raids’The Israeli military warned people to evacuate nearly two dozen Lebanese border communities after launching what it said was a limited ground incursion against Hezbollah.WorldOct 1, 2024
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Hezbollah chief says Israel crossed ‘red lines’ with exploding device attacksIsraeli warplanes flew over the Lebanese capital Beirut as Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah spoke, creating sonic booms and shaking buildings in a show of force.WorldSep 19, 2024
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UN Security Council considers peacekeeping plan to replace Kenya-led Haiti missionThe circulation of the short resolution to all 15 council members follows U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s visit to Haiti on Thursday.WorldSep 7, 2024
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‘Hiroshima-level casualties’ feared in final battle for North DarfurThe capital of North Darfur could be about to fall to the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces as they fight the Sudanese Armed Forces in the country's year-long civil war.WorldApr 26, 2024
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30 years after Rwanda genocide, cautious optimism history won’t repeat: DallaireRomeo Dallaires says he remains concerned about the continued presence of the genocide's perpetrators and masterminds in Africa and around the world — including in Canada.PoliticsApr 7, 2024
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The West Block Transcript – Episode 27, Season 13The fight to lead Haiti is now in the streets. With the president stepping down, it’s feared one massive gang could soon be effectively running the country.PoliticsMar 17, 2024
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Retired general Romeo Dallaire calls for ‘upgrade’ to New Veterans CharterThere has been progress toward helping veterans recognize and heal from their wounds but there remains a gap in dealing with mental injuries, he said.CanadaNov 11, 2023
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The West Block – Episode 9, Season 13Host Mercedes Stephenson speaks with the Government House Leader and a retired Master Cpl.CanadaNov 12, 2023
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Thousands gather to pay respects at Vancouver’s 2023 Remembrance Day ceremonyThe solemn ceremony includes the Last Post, the Lament, the fly-past, the change of the guard, the wreath-laying, the parade of veterans, military units, cadets and more.CanadaNov 7, 2023
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Small team of Canadian special ops deployed to Israel after Oct. 7 attack: sourcesGlobal News has learned Canada's special operations forces have been deployed to Israel to assist with embassy security and liaising with the IDF.CanadaOct 29, 2023
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Alberta Legion marks start of 2023 Poppy CampaignLegions across Canada marked the official launch of the 2023 Poppy Campaign on Friday. This year's fundraiser is highlighting the 75th anniversary of UN peacekeeping missions.CanadaOct 27, 2023
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The West Block – Episode 7, Season 13Host Mercedes Stephenson speaks to a former commander with the Multinational Force and Observers, and former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak.CanadaOct 29, 2023
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Losing Security Council seat might embarrass Trudeau but would signal a bigger problem: expertsCanada has been competing against Norway and Ireland for one of two rotating Security Council seats.CanadaJun 17, 2020
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Key suspect in Haiti president killing was church pastor, Florida businessmanNew details that have emerged about a man considered a key player in the killing of Haiti’s president deepened the mystery over the assassination.WorldJul 13, 2021