Israel and Iran appear to have paused strikes after trading fire for the first time since an April ceasefire was negotiated. The exchange, which involved ballistic missiles launched by Iran, marked a significant escalation in the ongoing Mideast conflict.
Background of the Conflict
Maj.-Gen. (Ret’d) Denis Thompson noted that these were the first ballistic missiles launched by Iran after the April ceasefire. The pause in hostilities comes as both sides assess the situation and consider next steps.
International Reactions
The international community has urged restraint, with calls for both parties to return to the negotiating table. The United Nations and several world powers have expressed concern over the potential for further escalation.
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Canada Post warned of World Cup-related delays in Toronto and Vancouver, while former Prime Minister Chretien expressed he is 'not too worried' about an Alberta separation referendum but cautioned against complacency. Calgary homebuilders were fined $250,000 after a workplace accident, and OC Transpo resumed double-car service on O-Train Line 1.
A man died after being pulled from a Carleton University swimming pool, and a psychological evaluation is underway for a Montreal synagogue arson suspect facing six charges. Rihanna received a special gift from a Kahnawake flight attendant, and Elections Alberta began hiring for a 'colossal' October referendum.
A fire destroyed the Wetaskiwin Memorial Arts Centre, and a house fire in Annapolis Valley, N.S., damaged a home and sent a firefighter to hospital. A large power outage was reported in downtown and north end Halifax. Grade 12 students' school project is becoming signage in Winnipeg, and a 12-year-old Winnipegger is creating a booming business with garbage bins.
A tornado warning was issued for southeastern Saskatchewan, and Cathedral neighbourhood volunteers planted hundreds of trees to grow an urban forest. A woman is wanted for assault and property damage in Guelph, and the SIU mandate was invoked following the death of a Guelph man. RCMP is investigating a serious crash on a Saskatchewan highway, and a Blind River firefighter is in hospital with serious injuries.
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