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Canadian citizen dead in Egypt as local authorities say probe is open
Egypt's interior ministry, which oversees the Egyptian National Police, posted on social media that an investigation is now underway.
U.K. to expel Russian defence attaché for ‘malign activity’
A British minister said the country will expel a Russian military attaché accused of being an undeclared military intelligence officer.
Did Israel break international law? Biden administration could weigh in this week
The Biden administration agreed in February to look at whether Israel has used U.S.-provided weapons and other military assistance in a lawful manner.
UBC president addresses Gaza encampment demands
The president of UBC says its endowment fund doesn't directly own any stocks that are the target of divestment demands by pro-Palestinian protesters who have set up an encampment.
Prince Harry won’t meet with King Charles during Invictus visit in London
Prince Harry arrived in London on Tuesday to mark the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games but won’t see his father during the visit, a spokesperson said.
U.K. defence ministry hit by data breach, ‘malign actor’ exposed personal data
The Ministry of Defence would not confirm media reports that Chinese hackers are suspected of carrying out the cyberattack, but said it "cannot rule out state involvement."
Canada repatriates 6 children of woman deemed security risk from ISIS camp
The children of a woman detained in a camp for captured ISIS members are now in Canada. The family lawyer said a family will house all six of them together.
TikTok, ByteDance sue U.S. over law seeking sale or ban of app
The companies said they filed a lawsuit in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia arguing that the law violates the U.S. Constitution on a number of grounds.
Russia warns of nuclear weapon drills to ‘cool down’ West. Is it bluffing?
The U.S. later said it would not be changing its nuclear posture in response, underscoring the continued belief that Russia is unlikely to actually use nuclear weapons in Ukraine.
Ukraine says it foiled a Russian spy plot to assassinate Zelenskyy
Two colonels in the State Guard of Ukraine were detained on suspicion of enacting the plan drawn up by Russia’s Federal Security Service, a statement said.
Joly says Israeli Rafah invasion would be ‘unacceptable,’ urges ceasefire
As Israeli forces take control of the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt, Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly warns of a 'catastrophic' situation.
A spoonful of olive oil a day could reduce risk of death from dementia: study
A study found that those who consumed more than seven grams of olive oil a day — a bit over half a tablespoon — had a 28 per cent lower risk of dying from dementia.
Amid ceasefire talks, Israeli forces seize control of Rafah border crossing in Gaza
The Israeli 401st Brigade entered the Gaza side of the Rafah crossing early Tuesday, the Israeli military said, taking “operational control” of the crucial border point.
Indian PM Modi raises anti-Muslim rhetoric as election heats up
In recent rallies, Modi has called Muslims “infiltrators” and said they “have too many children,” referring to a Hindu nationalist trope that Muslims produce more children.
Vladimir Putin sworn in for fifth term as Russia’s leader
Already in office for nearly a quarter-century, Putin’s new term doesn’t expire until 2030, when he will be constitutionally eligible to run again.