Globe and Mail
Carney to face Commons after criticism that he’s hiding from debate on Middle East
Mark Carney will appear before the House of Commons following sharp criticism that he dodged a Monday night take-note debate on Middle East hostilities and Canada's response to the conflict. The absence drew pointed scrutiny from opposition members who argued the Prime Minister should be accountable on matters of foreign policy. His appearance will be an early test of how Carney handles pressure on the international stage.
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CBC Politics
Canada restricts drug boat intel from U.S. navy's Caribbean airstrike operation
Canada has placed firm conditions on intelligence-sharing with the United States following American airstrikes on suspected drug boats in the Caribbean that have killed more than 150 people. HMCS Yellowknife recently wrapped up its deployment in the U.S.-led anti-smuggling mission, with Ottawa insisting Canadian forces played no role in the lethal strikes. Going forward, Canadian intelligence on tracked vessels will only be passed to Washington with explicit guarantees it will not reach naval units conducting those airstrikes.
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Globe and Mail
More than 4,300 Canadians, permanent residents and family return from war-torn Middle East
Canada has evacuated more than 4,300 citizens, permanent residents, and their family members from conflict zones across the Middle East. The operation marks a significant logistical effort as regional tensions continue to escalate. Meanwhile, those stranded in Iran face an added layer of uncertainty, with communications blackouts cutting off access to official updates and leaving loved ones in the dark.
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