Beirut — Iran says it has reopened the Strait of Hormuz to commercial ships, but it is still controlling which vessels can pass. Officials warned […]
Tag: Foreign Policy
U.S. President Donald Trump unveils 50% tariffs on countries supplying Iran with weapons
U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday that countries supplying weapons to Iran will face a 50% tariff on all goods sent to the United States, […]
Trump warns Iran faces massive devastation from U.S. military campaign
U.S. President Donald Trump said American forces will keep striking Iran “very hard” over the next two to three weeks, warning the country could be […]
Trump warns of strikes on Iran’s desalination facilities if negotiations collapse
U.S. President Donald Trump has renewed threats to strike Iran’s civilian infrastructure, including desalination plants that provide water to millions, if a deal is not […]
Trump rejects Iran ceasefire, signals possible wind-down of military operations
President Donald Trump said Friday he is not interested in a ceasefire with Iran, but may start reducing U.S. military operations soon. Speaking at the […]
Canada signals openness to supporting efforts in the Middle East, rules out offensive role
Defence Minister David McGuinty says Canada is open to helping countries in the Middle East as the conflict with Iran continues, but will not take […]
Trump frustrated as major U.S. allies reject appeal for Hormuz naval escorts
Several U.S. allies rejected Donald Trump’s request to send warships to escort tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, drawing criticism from the president. He said […]
Carney tells Australian Parliament allies must grow closer as global order ‘breaks down’
Prime Minister Mark Carney told Australia’s Parliament that Canada and Australia must work more closely together as the global order begins to weaken. In a […]
“Canada backs U.S.–Israel military action against Iran but says it’s taken ‘with regret,’ PM Carney says”
Fighting across the Middle East intensified Tuesday as the conflict with Iran entered its fourth day, raising fears of a wider regional war. Explosions were […]
Carney arrives in India to begin Asia tour
MUMBAI — Prime Minister Mark Carney arrived in India on Friday as he works to repair Canada’s strained relationship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Both […]