30 years after Rwanda genocide, cautious optimism history won’t repeat: Dallaire
Romeo 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.
Politics
Apr 7
The West Block Transcript – Episode 27, Season 13
The 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.
Politics
Mar 17
Retired general Romeo Dallaire calls for ‘upgrade’ to New Veterans Charter
There has been progress toward helping veterans recognize and heal from their wounds but there remains a gap in dealing with mental injuries, he said.
Canada
Nov 11, 2023
Thousands gather to pay respects at Vancouver’s 2023 Remembrance Day ceremony
The 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.
Canada
Nov 7, 2023
The West Block – Episode 9, Season 13
Host Mercedes Stephenson speaks with the Government House Leader and a retired Master Cpl.
Canada
Nov 12, 2023
Alberta Legion marks start of 2023 Poppy Campaign
Legions 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.
Canada
Oct 27, 2023
Small team of Canadian special ops deployed to Israel after Oct. 7 attack: sources
Global News has learned Canada's special operations forces have been deployed to Israel to assist with embassy security and liaising with the IDF.
Canada
Oct 29, 2023
The West Block – Episode 7, Season 13
Host Mercedes Stephenson speaks to a former commander with the Multinational Force and Observers, and former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak.
Canada
Oct 29, 2023
UN approves international mission to Haiti to counter gang violence
Kenya will lead the mission that will deploy to Haiti for one year, according to the resolution approved by 13 council members. China and Russia abstained from the vote.
World
Oct 2, 2023
At least 64 killed after Islamic insurgents launch 2 attacks in Mali: military
A passenger boat near the city of Timbuktu on the Niger river and a Malian military position in Bamba further downstream in the Gao region were targeted, according to a statement.
World
Sep 7, 2023
UN Security Council wants options in 30 days on how to combat Haiti’s armed gangs
The gangs have grown in power since the July 7, 2021 assassination of President Jovenel Moïse and are now estimated to control up to 80 per cent of the capital.
World
Jul 14, 2023
UN peacekeeping operation in Mali to end after military junta makes demand
The French-drafted resolution was adopted unanimously, terminates the mandate of the peacekeeping mission known as MINUSMA as of Friday.
World
Jun 30, 2023
The West Block – Episode 31, Season 12
What will the government's next move be as the PSAC strike stretches on? And why some former defence officials are speaking out on Canada's defence spending.
Canada
Apr 23, 2023
Haiti doesn’t need ‘outside intervention,’ Trudeau suggests ahead of Biden visit
Canada has faced pressure in recent months to lead a military mission in the Caribbean nation, which has been plagued by gang violence.
Canada
Mar 16, 2023
Losing Security Council seat might embarrass Trudeau but would signal a bigger problem: experts
Canada has been competing against Norway and Ireland for one of two rotating Security Council seats.
Canada
Jun 17, 2020
Key suspect in Haiti president killing was church pastor, Florida businessman
New details that have emerged about a man considered a key player in the killing of Haiti’s president deepened the mystery over the assassination.
World
Jul 13, 2021
Justin Trudeau condemns ‘appalling’ assassination of Haitian president
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau joined world leaders on Wednesday in condemning the assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moise.
World
Jul 7, 2021
AP Exclusive: Hundreds of civilian casualties in South Sudan military attack on rebel group
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AP Exclusive: Hundreds of civilian casualties in South Sudan military attack on rebel group
<p>JUBA, Sudan - Southern Sudan soldiers attacking a rival ethnic group fired indiscriminately on unarmed men, women and children at a remote Nile River village, killing or wounding hundreds of civilians, accord</p>
World
Jun 17, 2011
APNewsBreak: UN report warns of ‘ethnic cleansing’ in contested north-south Sudan town
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APNewsBreak: UN report warns of 'ethnic cleansing' in contested north-south Sudan town
<p>JUBA, Sudan - A confidential United Nations report warns that the invasion by Sudan's military of the contested north-south region of Abyei could lead to "ethnic cleansing" if the tens of thousands of residents wh</p>
World
Jun 17, 2011
3 Srebrenica massacre victims’ families win civil suit against Dutch for role in their deaths
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Srebrenica victims' families win civil suit against Dutch state on appeal
THE HAGUE, Netherlands - Appeals judges have ruled that the Dutch state was responsible for the deaths of three Bosnian Muslim men during the Srebrenica massacre and ordered the government to pay compensation to their relatives. The</p>
World
Jul 5, 2011