The diehard supporters of ISIS found themselves in a dire situation in Baghuz, Syria in 2019. Among them was Kimberly Polman, a Canadian woman who had married into the terrorist group. After surrendering, she was taken to Roj Camp, a prison in Syria, by U.S.-backed Kurdish fighters. Polman knew that she might face trial upon …
Canada is implementing new sanctions on Iran, specifically targeting the country’s drone and aviation industry. These sanctions come with accusations of destabilizing the region and supporting Russia’s war on Ukraine. In a statement released on Tuesday, Global Affairs Canada announced that seven individuals have been added to the federal government’s list of sanctions against the …
Decrease article font size Increase article font size Ottawa has announced its decision to cease providing financial assistance to the government of Niger following a military coup in the West African nation. The leaders of the military junta have until Sunday to reinstate President Mohamed Bazoum, who was democratically elected, or they may face foreign …
A Canadian mother, along with her six children, is facing hardships as they try to leave a Syrian detention camp. Their situation was made worse when a fire damaged their tent home, according to advocacy group Families Against Violent Extremism. The woman and some of her children received treatment at a clinic following the incident. …
A Montreal woman who is currently detained in Syria has been denied government assistance to return to Canada due to the potential security threat she poses, according to her lawyer, Lawrence Greenspon. Global Affairs Canada stated that based on security assessments, the woman does not qualify for government assistance. She is one of three Canadian …
Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly has promised a plan to reboot Canada’s foreign service by this fall that will ensure diplomats have a better grasp of the languages and topics relevant to their postings. This move comes in response to new conflicts, climate change, and rising authoritarianism, as well as a series of embarrassing incidents …