Israel’s military has intensified its operations in the West Bank, with reports of five militants being killed and escalating tensions in the region. Palestinian authorities have reported 17 deaths in Israeli raids since Wednesday, highlighting the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Eric Sorensen investigates the escalating fight between the two sides, shedding light on the increasing violence in the West Bank.
In the United States, Donald Trump’s campaign faced controversy following an altercation at Arlington National Cemetery. The U.S. Army has decided not to pursue charges against Trump’s campaign staff after a physical altercation during a wreath-laying ceremony honoring service members killed in the Afghanistan War withdrawal. Bianca Facchinei reports on the incident and the aftermath of the confrontation.
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has called on NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh to dissolve the costly coalition with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberals and trigger a federal election this fall. Mackenzie Gray delves into the political dynamics at play, as Poilievre pushes for a vote while facing questions about his own policies.
In British Columbia, Opposition Leader Kevin Falcon’s decision to suspend his party’s election campaign in support of the B.C. Conservatives has caused political upheaval. Keith Baldrey examines the reaction to Falcon’s move and speculates about the future of the province’s political landscape.
Typhoon Shanshan has wreaked havoc in southern Japan, forcing over four million people from their homes and resulting in at least four deaths. Redmond Shannon reports on the devastation caused by the typhoon, which has been downgraded to a severe tropical storm as it continues its path.
NASA’s James Webb telescope has made groundbreaking discoveries since its launch in 2021, capturing images of ‘rogue’ planets nearly 1,000 light years away. Heidi Petracek delves into the significance of these findings, highlighting the Canadian innovation that contributed to the discovery and the potential implications for solving mysteries of the universe.
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