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Trump administration ramps up pressure on Cuba amid invasion fears
Reports say the U.S. has expanded military pressure on Cuba, with talk in Washington of possible strikes or intervention. The move follows new sanctions and a high-profile indictment of former Cuban President RaĆŗl Castro, deepening fears of a broader Caribbean crisis.
House Republicans delay Iran war-powers vote after losing support
GOP leaders postponed a House vote on a war powers resolution meant to limit President Trumpās authority to strike Iran. The delay came as Republicans risked defeat and the chamber headed into Memorial Day recess, pushing any action into June.
Israel kills six in southern Lebanon strike despite ceasefire
Lebanonās National News Agency said an Israeli strike in the Tyre district killed six people, including two paramedics and a Syrian child. The attack reportedly followed a previous strike on a motorcycle and came despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire that has been repeatedly violated.
Israel deports hundreds of Gaza flotilla activists
More than 400 activists detained from a Gaza-bound aid flotilla were deported after being seized in international waters. Many participants said they experienced physical and psychological abuse while in Israeli custody before being flown to Turkey.
U.S. opens new consulate in Nuuk as Greenlanders protest Trump threats
Hundreds of protesters gathered in Greenlandās capital to oppose President Trumpās repeated threats to annex the island. The demonstration coincided with the opening of a new U.S. consulate building, underscoring rising political tension over Greenlandās future.
Ebola outbreak triggers tighter U.S. and Canadian airport screening
Air travel has been disrupted as North American authorities expand screening for passengers who recently traveled through higher-risk African regions. Officials diverted one Air France flight to Montreal after an onboard passenger from Congo prompted concern, while the WHO says the broader outbreak risk remains low.
Air France flight diverted to Montreal over Ebola precaution
An Air France flight from Paris to Detroit was rerouted to Montreal after authorities identified a passenger from the Democratic Republic of Congo. The traveler was screened, showed no symptoms, and returned to Paris, but the incident highlighted how Ebola fears are affecting international travel.
Canada tightens airport screening amid Africa Ebola outbreak
Canadian authorities have introduced enhanced screening measures at airports in response to the Ebola outbreak in Africa. The step comes as public-health officials try to prevent imported cases while monitoring rising infections and deaths on the continent.
Russia and China back Cuba after U.S. indictment and sanctions
Moscow and Beijing condemned Washingtonās indictment of RaĆŗl Castro and warned against further U.S. pressure on Cuba. Russia said it would provide active support to Havana, signaling that the Caribbean standoff could become another point of major-power confrontation.
Senate Republicans leave without passing ICE and Border Patrol funding bill
Senate Republicans adjourned for recess without voting on a $72 billion reconciliation package to fund ICE and Border Patrol for three years. The delay leaves one of the administrationās major immigration funding priorities unresolved for now.
Canada and NATO focus on European security as U.S. sends more troops to Poland
Trump said the U.S. will send an additional 5,000 troops to Poland, a move welcomed by NATO chief Mark Rutte. The announcement underscores continued concern over Russian pressure and drone threats in Europe.
Alberta political turmoil continues after cabinet resignations
Albertaās government is dealing with fresh instability after two cabinet ministers resigned amid speculation over the provinceās separation referendum debate. Premier Danielle Smith has faced mounting questions about the separatist campaign and the provinceās political direction.