Global Affairs has reiterated Canada’s opposition to the use of cluster bombs following the decision by U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration on July 7 to send the munitions, which can explode indiscriminately, as part of a new multi-million dollar aid package to Ukraine. “We do not support the use of cluster munitions and are committed…
Canada Reiterates Opposition Following US Announcement to Supply Cluster Munitions to Ukraine
Global Affairs has reiterated Canada’s opposition to the use of cluster bombs following the decision by U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration on July 7 to send the munitions, which can explode indiscriminately, as part of a new multi-million dollar aid package to Ukraine. “We do not support the use of cluster munitions and are committed…
Russia ‘Harassed’ American Drones in Syria for 3 Straight Days: Pentagon
U.S. military drones were harassed three times in three days by Russian aircraft in Syria, Pentagon officials confirmed. On Sunday, the U.S. Central Command, or CENTCOM, said on Sunday that it had carried out a drone strike on Friday, July 7, that killed an ISIS terrorist leader in Syria and used MQ-9 Reaper drones in the…
‘Father’ Is Patriarchal: Church of England Claims Christian View of God as Male Is Problematic
The Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, is facing criticism for suggesting that the word “Father” as used in Christian prayers may be “problematic” due to its patriarchal association. “I know the word ‘father’ is problematic for those whose experience of earthly fathers has been destructive and abusive and for all of us who have labored…
More Than 1,000 Illegal Immigrants Cross English Channel in 2 Days
More than 1,000 illegal immigrants arrived in the UK after crossing the English Channel in two days, taking the provisional total for the year so far to over 12,500. A total of 384 people were detected on Saturday and 686 on Friday—the new highest daily total this year, according to Home Office figures. It means…
Next Steps on New Health Care Deal Tops Agenda as Premiers Meet in Winnipeg
The last time all of Canada’s premiers sat down around the same table, their attention was focused on getting Ottawa to pay more to fix the understaffed, hospitals, shuttered emergency rooms, surgical backlogs and health-worker shortages threatening the viability of their health systems. When they sit down in Winnipeg for their annual summer gathering this…
‘We Do Not Support’: World Leaders Turn Against Biden For Giving Ukraine Cluster Bombs
Major U.S. allies responded negatively to Washington’s decision to send cluster bombs to Ukraine, with some citing the danger of such weapons to civilians while others pointing to international treaty violations. Cluster bombs release a large number of smaller bombs, referred to as bomblets, which can kill indiscriminately over a large area. On Friday, the…
‘We Do Not Support’: World Leaders Turn Against Biden for Giving Ukraine Cluster Munitions
Major U.S. allies responded negatively to Washington’s decision to include cluster munitions in a new, $800 million military aid package for Ukraine, with some citing the danger of such weapons to civilians while others pointed to international treaty violations. On July 7, the United States announced that it will send such weapons to Kyiv. The…
UK ‘Discourages’ Use of Cluster Munitions, Says Sunak
Britain “discourages” the use of cluster munitions, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said after the United States agreed to send the bombs to Ukraine. Mr. Sunak, who will be meeting President Joe Biden in London on Monday ahead of a NATO summit, said Britain is instead supporting Kyiv by providing tanks and long-range weapons. Answering…
Russian Fighter Jets Harass American Drones Over Syria, US Military Says
BEIRUT—Russian fighter jets have “harassed” American drones over Syria for the third day in a row this week, the U.S. military said. Tension between Russian and U.S. troops is not uncommon in Syria as both countries conduct patrols on the ground as well as overflights. Syria’s 12-year conflict has left half a million people dead…
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