23 h. ago Russia won’t back down in Ukraine war, Kremlin says after Trump

Putin also emphasized the need to resolve the situation around Iran and in the broader Middle East “exclusively by political and diplomatic means,” the Kremlin aid said.

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27 h. ago Putin, Trump discuss Iran and Ukraine in phone call: Kremlin

MOSCOW (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed Iran, Ukraine and other issues on Thursday in a “frank and constructive” phone call, the Kremlin said, in their sixth publicly disclosed chat since Trump returned to the White House. While discussing the situation around Iran and in the broader Middle East, […]

Politics

31 h. ago Middle East Conflict Was a Factor in Chile Holding Rates in June

Chile’s central bank said its decision to hold rates last month was the best option given higher uncertainty stemming from the Middle East conflict, including doubts on the war’s impact on inflation and monetary policy.

Events

43 h. ago Iran suspends cooperation with UN nuclear watchdog ‘until certain conditions are met’

Iran has limited IAEA inspections in the past as a pressure tactic in negotiating with the West -- though Tehran now denies any immediate plans to resume talks with the U.S.

Science

3 d. 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

3 d. 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 […]

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4 d. 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

5 d. 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

5 d. 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.

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5 d. 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

7 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

8 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

9 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

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9 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

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9 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

9 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

9 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.

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9 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

1 week 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

1 week 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...

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