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Canada to Announce Response to U.S. Steel and Aluminum Tariffs

The Canadian government is set to unveil its response to the United States' recent imposition of 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc, Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly, and Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne will address the nation in a press conference on Parliament Hill this morning. The tariffs, which came into effect at midnight, mark a significant escalation in trade tensions between the two countries. The U.S. administration, under President Donald Trump, has justified the move as part of its broader strategy to realign global trade. In retaliation, Canada has already imposed counter-tariffs on $30 billion worth of U.S. goods and is expected to announce further measures to protect Canadian industries and workers. The response is anticipated to focus on minimizing the impact on Canadian businesses while ensuring a strong message is sent to the U.S. about the importance of fair trade practices. The announcement comes amid o...
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Gaza Residents Return Home as Ceasefire Holds: A New Dawn in Northern Gaza

 

In a significant development, tens of thousands of Palestinians began streaming back to northern Gaza on Monday, January 27, 2025, following a breakthrough in hostage negotiations between Hamas and Israel. The ceasefire agreement, mediated by Qatari officials, has paved the way for the return of displaced residents to their homes.

The breakthrough came after Hamas agreed to release three Israeli hostages, including civilian Arbel Yehud, and Israeli forces began withdrawing from key corridors in Gaza. The first crossing point in central Gaza opened at 7:00 a.m. (0500 GMT), allowing residents to start their journey north. Another crossing opened three hours later, permitting vehicles to pass.

Residents, some carrying infants and bundles of belongings, walked along the coastal road by the Mediterranean Sea shore. "It's like I was born again and we were victorious again," said Umm Mohammed Ali, a Palestinian mother, as she joined the miles-long throng.

The return of displaced Gazans marks a moment of hope amid the prolonged conflict. "My heart is beating, I thought I would never come back," said Osama, a 50-year-old public servant and father of five, as he arrived in Gaza City. "Whether the ceasefire succeeds or not, we will never leave Gaza City and the north again," he added.

The ceasefire agreement also includes staggered releases of hostages over six weeks, with around 1,900 Palestinian prisoners expected to be freed in exchange. The humanitarian situation in Gaza remains dire, but the recent developments have brought a surge of aid into the war-torn region.

As families reunite and rebuild their lives, the hope for lasting peace and stability in Gaza grows stronger.


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