Organizers of a Canadian delegation barred from entering the West Bank by Israel are urging Ottawa to impose steeper sanctions. Umair Ashraf of The Canadian-Muslim Vote spoke on Parliament Hill.
Officials from the U.S. and Venezuela remain silent following former President Trump's mention of potential action against a suspected drug boat facility. Details are scarce as the geopolitical implications unfold.
Iraq's new parliament convened and elected a speaker to confront the nation's pressing political and financial crises. Discover the details and implications of this critical step.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced a military strike on a major facility in Venezuela as part of an ongoing campaign. Details emerge following his meeting with Ukraine's leader.
With Michael Ma's floor-crossing, the Liberals are one seat from a majority. But a 172-seat majority could create a procedural deadlock, making governance harder, not easier. Read the analysis.
The 104th session of the Youth Parliament of Manitoba convened at the Legislative Assembly, empowering young voices to debate provincial issues. Discover how youth are shaping Manitoba's future.
Ukraine's anti-corruption agency attempted a controversial raid on the national parliament on December 27, 2025, highlighting internal challenges during the ongoing war with Russia. Read the latest developments.
Ottawa Citizen readers reveal their favourite holiday traditions, from Parliament Hill lights to unique gifts gone wrong. Discover heartwarming local stories that capture the spirit of an Ottawa Christmas.
Canada's Parliament sat for only 72 days in 2025, its fewest since 1937, passing just seven bills amid political transition. Discover the details behind this historic low.
Venezuela's government is pushing to criminalize the seizure of its oil tankers as former U.S. President Donald Trump increases pressure on Nicolás Maduro's regime. This geopolitical tension could impact global oil markets.
Rising tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela over oil resources and seized tankers could have significant ripple effects for Canada's energy security and foreign policy. Analysis of the potential impacts.
As U.S. forces intercept Venezuelan oil shipments, experts debate Washington's true motives: oil, regime change, or a geopolitical struggle with Russia and China?
Russia vows full support for Venezuela as the UN Security Council prepares to discuss escalating U.S. hostilities, including a blockade of oil tankers. Read the latest on the Caribbean crisis.
U.S. President Donald Trump held a political event with Senator Marco Rubio and Pete Hegseth during his Florida vacation, as diplomatic tensions with Venezuela escalate. Details from the AP report.
Analysis: Prime Minister Mark Carney's centralized decision-making model, reminiscent of the Harper era, may be stifling government efficiency and public service morale. Can Ottawa empower its teams?
The U.S. has boarded two more oil tankers off Venezuela, escalating a blockade that experts warn could halt all of the country's crude exports. Read the latest on the rising tensions.
U.S. officials confirm pursuit of a third oil tanker near Venezuela on December 21, 2025, escalating maritime tensions. Get the latest details on this developing international security story.
Four Liberal MPs born in the 2000s are leveraging their unique perspective to advocate for younger Canadians in Parliament. Discover their goals and the challenges they face.
U.S. authorities have seized an oil tanker near Venezuela, officials confirmed on December 20, 2025. The operation marks a significant escalation in maritime enforcement actions in the region.
The U.S. has interdicted a second vessel off Venezuela, enforcing President Trump's declared blockade of sanctioned oil tankers. This move disrupts global crude flows and heightens regional tensions.
U.S. forces intercept another sanctioned oil tanker off Venezuela, escalating Trump's blockade. The move disrupts global crude flows and risks pushing oil prices higher. Get the latest details.
U.S. officials confirm the interdiction and seizure of a vessel off the coast of Venezuela in December 2025. Get the latest details on this maritime security operation.
Brazil's President Lula da Silva issues a stark warning against military intervention in Venezuela, highlighting the risk of a massive humanitarian disaster. Read his full statement.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the Russia-Ukraine war, Gaza conflict, and Venezuela tensions in a wide-ranging news conference on December 19, 2025. Get the key details.
An analysis of parliamentary rules reveals the federal NDP's request for official party status faces an uphill battle when compared to thresholds across Canadian provinces. Discover the facts.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford praised an anti-tariff commercial as the 'best ad ever' during a joint appearance with Prime Minister Mark Carney in Ottawa. The event highlighted federal-provincial collaboration.
Brazilian and Mexican leaders are engaging in urgent diplomacy to prevent escalation between the U.S. and Venezuela. Read the latest on this developing international crisis.
Tucker Carlson wrongly predicted President Trump would declare war on Venezuela in a national address. The claim, based on a tip, drew mockery and conspiracy theories online. Read the full story.
The U.S. House is set to vote on resolutions to impose limits on former President Trump's military actions against Venezuela and drug cartels. Defense Secretary briefed Congress on strikes.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum appeals to the United Nations to intervene and prevent potential violence in Venezuela. Read the urgent diplomatic call.