Global National: Feb. 19

Saskatchewan’s Family Day weekend has been marred by tragedy, after the bodies of five people, including three children, were found in a burned out house in the town of Davidson. What RCMP are saying about the investigation. International criticism is mounting on Israel’s war on Hamas in the Gaza Strip, where tens of thousands of Palestinian civilians have died since Oct. 7, 2023. How the International Court of Justice (ICJ) is now examining the legality of Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories and the ongoing construction of Jewish settlements in the West Bank. Plus, how the conflict has led to a rise in antisemitism in Canada. Jeff Semple speaks with some of the victims affected by this alarming wave of hatred. Days after the death of Alexei Navalny was announced to the world, the body of the Russian opposition leader still hasn’t been released. His widow, Yulia Navalnaya, believes she knows why. What her theory is, what she’s calling on Russians to do, and how she’s vowing to carry on her husband’s relentless fight against Russian President Vladimir Putin. And on Heritage Day, Nova Scotia celebrates one of its important historical figures. This year, William Hall is being honoured. How Hall fought off racism and battled in wars in the 1800s; how he made history; and how he’s being fondly remembered for his skills and determination.