Israel announces it will suspend operations of several humanitarian organizations in Gaza starting in 2026, a move that threatens to worsen the already dire situation for civilians. Learn the details and potential impact.
A Postmedia editorial calls for Canadian governments to stop tolerating hate and enforce existing laws against antisemitic acts, citing a surge in hate crimes against Jewish communities.
Romi Gonen shares her harrowing first full account of sexual assaults and terror during 471 days held by Hamas. Read her powerful story of survival.
A Middle East security expert suggests Canada may be called upon to contribute to an international force, a key element for a future Gaza peace plan. Get the details.
Hamas announces its longtime spokesman was killed in an Israeli airstrike in August. The confirmation comes amid ongoing conflict in Gaza. Read the latest developments.
Thomas Warrick of the Scowcroft Middle East Security Initiative outlines the significant challenges ahead for a Gaza ceasefire and a potential Trump peace plan, as Netanyahu and Trump prepare to meet in Florida.
Ottawa Citizen food critic Peter Hum visited over 60 restaurants, bakeries, and bars in 2025. Discover his culinary journey across the city's diverse food scene.
Ottawa Citizen critic Peter Hum reveals his top restaurant dishes of 2025, featuring 20 categories from tacos to tacos. Discover the must-try culinary highlights across the capital region.
An analysis of Hamas's 2006 parliamentary victory in the Palestinian Authority, the international response, and how the group consolidated power, leading to the current political impasse. Understand the historical context.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli PM Netanyahu schedule a Florida meeting as a U.S.-backed Gaza ceasefire hangs in the balance. Key details on the high-stakes diplomatic moment.
Heavy rains flood Gaza camps, soaking tents and supplies as displaced Palestinians endure harsh conditions. Ceasefire talks between Netanyahu and Trump proceed while aid falls short.
Heavy winter rains have flooded displacement camps in Gaza, compounding the humanitarian crisis as Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu travels to the United States for talks. The situation highlights the dire conditions facing Palestinians.
Heavy freezing rain has flooded makeshift camps across Gaza, plunging displaced Palestinians into even more dire humanitarian conditions as winter sets in. Read the latest on the crisis.
As heavy winter rain looms over Gaza, displaced families endure harsh conditions in makeshift camps. Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire continue. Read the latest developments.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet with former U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday, according to an Israeli official. The meeting occurs as the Israel-Hamas conflict continues.
Italian authorities have arrested nine individuals suspected of raising millions of euros for Hamas through charitable organizations. The operation highlights ongoing international efforts to combat terror financing.
A Moscow court has sentenced left-wing activist Sergei Udaltsov to six years in prison. The pro-war critic was convicted on charges of justifying terrorism. Read the details of this significant political case.
Pope Leo XIV used his Christmas Day mass to call on the faithful to reject indifference in the face of suffering, delivering a poignant message during global turmoil. Read his full address.
In his first Christmas message, Pope Leo XIV remembered the suffering in Gaza and issued a powerful call for peace. Read his urgent appeal for an end to the Israel-Hamas war.
A coalition of 14 nations issues a formal statement condemning Israel's expansion of settlements in the occupied West Bank, as settler population surpasses 517,000. Read the latest on this geopolitical development.
The U.S. State Department imposes visa bans on a former EU commissioner and four others, accusing them of coercing American tech firms to censor content. Thierry Breton responds, 'Censorship isn’t where you think it is.'
A blast in Gaza wounded an Israeli soldier, leading to accusations of a ceasefire violation. Get the latest details on the escalating tensions in the region.
As a partial ceasefire holds, Gaza advocates press the Canadian government to address the ongoing humanitarian crisis and persistent suffering in the region. Read the full story.
A former aide claims Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu tasked him with devising a strategy to avoid accountability for the Hamas attack. The explosive allegation emerges amid ongoing conflict.
Analysis: The call to 'globalize the intifada' by activists is a direct threat, linked to rising antisemitism and terror arrests in Canada. Read the urgent warning.
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham has accused Hamas of strengthening its control in Gaza. The remarks come amid ongoing regional tensions. Read the full report for details.
Following the Israeli offensive, armed factions are moving to fill the power vacuum in Gaza. CNN reports on the escalating internal violence and its implications for regional stability.
After a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war, the festive spirit has cautiously returned to Bethlehem for Christmas 2025. See how the historic city is marking the season.
Michael Higgins argues recent Toronto terror charges reveal a country that allowed antisemitism to fester. Analysis of alleged Hamas tactics, failed prosecutions, and political inaction.
A Gaza hospital reports at least five Palestinians killed by Israeli military fire on December 19, 2025. Details on the ongoing conflict and regional impact.