14 h. ago Oil Steadies as Dollar Eases and Middle East Tensions Simmer

Oil steadied near the lowest levels in a month as tensions flare up in the energy-rich Middle East, returning the spotlight to the fragility of a truce between Israel and Iran.

Events

28 h. ago Paramedic shouldn’t have been fired over Israel comments: Union, law experts

The Centre for Free Expression is calling for the reinstatement of a York Region paramedic whose union says she was fired over a social media post criticizing Israel’s military operations in the Middle East. An open letter from James L. Turk, the director of the centre at Toronto Metropolitan University, and a group of lawyers […]

Events

54 h. ago Asian Banks Fuel More Than $2 Billion Loan Boom in Middle East

Middle East borrowers are ramping up loans that are being syndicated in Asia Pacific as they look to diversify fundraising beyond global bond and domestic markets.

Economics

56 h. ago Trump tells Israel, Hamas to ‘make the deal’ on ceasefire and get hostages returned

Mediators are to build on the momentum from the ceasefire with Iran and push for a truce in Gaza

Events

57 h. ago U.K. rapper Bobby Vylan leads Glastonbury festival crowd in ‘Death to the IDF’ chant

U.K. officers looking into Bobby Vylan's performance and that of Irish trio Kneecap one of whose members wore a T-shirt dedicated to Palestine Action Group, which is about to be banned under U.K. terror laws.

Events

62 h. ago Options Markets Show Traders Reposition as Mideast Tension Fades

Stocks hit record highs last week and energy futures retreated after Middle East tensions eased. But in some parts of the options markets, there are still signs of stress as investors position for potential geopolitical and macroeconomic upsets.

Economics

4 d. ago Europe Gas Set for Biggest Weekly Drop in Two Years as Risks Ebb

European natural gas prices are headed for their biggest weekly retreat in almost two years after supply fears linked to tensions in the Middle East eased.

Economics

5 d. ago More than 800 Canadians have left Iran, Israel amid conflict: officials

Global Affairs Canada said the agency is also aware of many Canadians across the Middle East region who have reached safety independently.

Events

6 d. ago Hamas recruits teenagers by stealing food and controlling supply, some experts say

'They still control the area with aggression, even under attack,' said Dr. Igal Shiri, who works at the counterterrorism institute Meir Amit

Other

6 d. ago Another group adds to call for Canada to take Iranian threat seriously

Open letter expresses concern over increasing efforts by Iran's regime to destabilize both the Middle East and Canada

Other

6 d. ago Canada’s first evacuation flight leaves Middle East amid Israel

Global Affairs Canada says the flight from Jordan to Athens had 95 passengers, aided by consular staff to book commercial travel back to Canada

Events

6 d. ago What could gas prices look like ahead of Canada Day weekend?

Motorists may soon benefit from falling oil prices as markets digest news from U.S. President Donald Trump that a ceasefire is imminent between Iran and Israel.

Economics

6 d. ago Deals Veteran Ken Moelis Sees World ‘Getting Better Every Day’

Ken Moelis, the veteran Wall Street dealmaker, predicted a golden era of prosperity across the globe, shrugging off tariff uncertainty and wars in the Middle East.

Other

7 d. ago American attack only set back Iran’s nuclear program by months, U.S. intelligence report suggests

The assessment suggests that at least some of Iran's highly enriched uranium, necessary for creating a nuclear weapon, was moved before the strikes and survived

Events

7 d. ago Iran ceasefire an ‘opportunity’ for Gaza peace, Palestinian state: Carney

Prime Minister Mark Carney says he's hopeful the ceasefire between Iran and Israel will provide an 'opportunity' to end hostilities in Gaza and bring a broader Middle East peace.

Events

7 d. ago 2 Florida men are accused of stealing millions from trust fund for people with special needs

Two Florida men have been indicted in what prosecutors describe as a scheme to steal more than $100 million from a nonprofit that managed funds for people with disabilities and special needs. Federal authorities this week unsealed an indictment charging Leo J. Govoni, 67, of Clearwater, and John Witeck, 60, of Tampa, with multiple counts […]

Economics

7 d. ago Huge Middle Eastern food festival coming to popular Toronto landmark next month

If Toronto is known for one big thing in the summer, it's lively food fests across the city. If you need another one to attend, one of the biggest cultural events of the season is back soon. Taste of the Middle East is transforming Nathan Phillips Square into a wonderland of delicious eats from July 4-6, and you won't want to miss it. Taste of the Middle East has been going strong for eight years and never disappoints when it comes to the array of food lined up, right in the heart of downtown Toronto. The three-day event welcomes over 90,000 visitors annually and features more than 100 vendors offering a range of flavourful experiences. The food lineup is representative of diverse Middle Eastern culture, so expect to find food like shawarma, falafel, manakeesh, and so much more.In addition to the food offerings, prepare for a full entertainment schedule ahead, too, with more than 60 live performances on tap for the weekend. Taste of the Mid...

Culture

7 d. ago Trump Team Weighed Range of Options for Oil Supply Disruptions

Trump administration officials considered a range of options in case of a major oil supply disruption in the Middle East ahead of the US strikes on Iran and President Donald Trump’s ceasefire declaration, according to people familiar with the matter.

Other

7 d. ago Twelve Days of War Turn Unthinkable Into Mundane in Middle East

After a shaky ceasefire, the question is what comes next. But people in the region — like investors and oil traders — are taking it in their stride.

Other

7 d. ago Ottawa has ‘helped’ more than 500 Canadians in Middle East, minister says

Anand described her call with Iran's foreign minister as 'unprecedented,' noting the two countries don't have diplomatic relations, and said she urged for the safety of Canadians.

Politics