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Syria's Deadliest Days: Over 1,000 Killed in Clashes and Revenge Killings

In a tragic escalation of violence, over 1,000 people have lost their lives in Syria during two days of intense clashes and revenge killings. The conflict erupted between Syrian security forces and loyalists of ousted President Bashar al-Assad, with sectarian violence targeting the Alawite community, a key support base of the former regime. The Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that the death toll includes 745 civilians, 125 government security personnel, and 148 militants. The violence has left areas like Latakia without electricity and water, further deepening the humanitarian crisis. The revenge killings, primarily carried out by Sunni Muslim gunmen, have devastated Alawite villages, with reports of targeted shootings, looting, and arson. Thousands have fled to the mountains seeking safety, while bodies remain unburied in the streets of towns like Baniyas. This marks one of the deadliest episodes in Syria's 14-year conflict, raising fears of further inst...
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Oshawa Auto Plant Workers Grapple with Uncertainty as U.S. Tariffs Take Effect

As the U.S. imposes heavy tariffs on Canadian goods, the auto industry in Ontario is bracing for significant disruptions. The General Motors (GM) plant in Oshawa, which produces the Chevrolet Silverado, is particularly vulnerable. The plant's parts cross the border multiple times before completion, making it highly susceptible to the impact of tariffs.

Workers at the Oshawa plant are feeling the pressure, with many expressing concerns about job security. "There's a lot of panic," said Jacob Lyte, a third-generation GM employee. The president of Unifor Local 222, Jeff Gray, echoed these sentiments, stating that the industry is facing one of its biggest crises ever.

Economists predict that the tariffs could lead to significant job losses in Ontario's auto sector. Peter Morrow, an economic professor at the University of Toronto, warned that assembly lines could shut down if the tariffs remain in place. The broader implications for the North American auto industry are also concerning, with potential long-term damage if the trade war continues.

Despite the uncertainty, there is hope that the economic impact on both sides of the border might prompt a reconsideration of the tariffs. Flavio Volpe, president of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association, suggested that the U.S. might rethink its position if American autoworkers start facing layoffs.



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