Section: US & Canada
Christie’s Mexico trip touches on trade, politics
With his state exporting $2 billion worth of goods to Mexico, and tens of thousands of New Jersey jobs relying on the relationship, Christie becomes the latest potential presidential contender to cross the border on official business — and in pursuit of international expertise and credibility. “If you’re a national leader of the party...
Photos Sept 3: Top images from around the world
The day’s best photos, as selected by editors at Postmedia News, are a stunning collection of the greatest images from around the world. The brother of Lebanese Sgt. Ali Sayid who was beheaded by Islamic militants, mourns over his coffin during his funeral procession at his home town in Fnaydek, Akkar north Lebanon, Wednesday, Sept. 3,...
Putin Hails Soviet Victory Over Japan, Courts Mongolia
Russian President Vladimir Putin cited a 1939 Soviet victory over the Japanese army as a foundation of relations with Mongolia during a visit to Ulan Bator on Wednesday, despite a risk of upsetting Tokyo. Putin’s reference to the battles of Khalkhin Gol could be seen in Tokyo as a jibe following Japan’s sanctions on Russia over the...
Ukraine president says he and Putin agree on steps to a cease-fire … but rebels unimpressed
‘As long as Ukrainian forces are on the territory of the Donetsk People’s Republic there can be no ceasefire,’ said a top rebel official, insisting a full troop withdrawal was necessary …read more Source: Calgary...
The West’s Greatest Threat is the ‘Lone Wolf’ Terrorist, Say Security Experts
Earlier this week, a text message spread like wildfire among young people in London, warning them to avoid using the underground the next morning. By 8pm, friends of mine had received the message from half a dozen people each, some believing the threat was genuine and changing their travel plans. Tweets about the message tended to link to a...
Vladimir Putin’s Seven-Point Plan For Peace In Ukraine: What Does The Document Say Exactly?
Russian President Vladimir Putin made public on Wednesday a seven-point plan for peace in the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and pro-Russian separatist rebels in the country’s east. Speaking to reporters in the Mongolian capital Ulan Bator, where he had just arrived on a state visit, Putin said he had “sketched out” a plan during his...
Obama Urges NATO to Help Ukraine
President Obama pushed the alliance to send a message of support to Ukraine and to help modernize and strengthen its security forces. …read more Source: The New York...
U.S., Allies To Stage Military Drills In Ukraine
Poland’s Defense Ministry said on September 3 that the exercises, dubbed Rapid Trident 14, are to be held on September 13-26 in western Ukraine close to NATO-member Poland. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...
EU looking to deepen sanctions against Russia
BRUSSELS — European Union nations will be looking to give existing penalties against Russia more bite by the weekend rather than expanding sanctions to include sport events to punish Moscow for its involvement in the Ukraine crisis.Several member states came out on Wednesday against the idea of taking action against Russia’s high-profile...
EU looking to deepen sanctions against Russia
Several member states came out on Wednesday against the idea of taking action against Russia’s high-profile sports events, such as its hosting of the 2018 World Cup, describing it as unrealistic at this stage. The EU’s executive Commission said in a statement that it offered proposals to the 28 member states to complement sanctions...
