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Russia Warns That Foreign Troops in Ukraine Would Be Considered Targets

A service member of the 65th Separate Mechanised Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces fires a Javelin anti-tank missile system during a military exercise at a training ground near a front line, in Zaporizhzhia region. Russia has issued a sharp warning that any foreign military personnel deployed to Ukraine would be treated as legitimate targets by its armed forces. The statement came in response to new security commitments announced by Ukraine’s Western allies, including discussions about a potential multinational force that could operate in the country after a ceasefire. The warning followed a declaration signed in Paris by the United Kingdom and France, outlining plans for future cooperation that could include troop deployments to help secure Ukrainian territory and support long‑term defense rebuilding. French officials have suggested that such a mission could involve thousands of personnel, while British leaders emphasized the need for a legal framework to support Ukraine’s secur...

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Toronto’s Housing Market Plummets to a 13-Year Low Amidst Higher Mortgage Rates

 


Toronto’s housing market experienced a significant decline in 2023, with home sales dropping to a 13-year low. According to a report by the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board, the number of home sales in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) fell by 11% compared to the previous year . This decline can be attributed to the rise in mortgage rates, which made it difficult for potential buyers to afford homes.

The average home sold price in the GTA for November 2023 was $1,051,180, which is a 7% drop compared to the previous month . The report also states that the GTA housing market has been in a deep buyer’s market for the past few months, with the sales-to-new-listings ratio (SNLR) being 40% in November 2023. This means that there are comparatively more properties available for purchase than buyers in the market, giving buyers more leverage in negotiating prices and terms. However, the GTA is now once again in a balanced market, with buyers losing favour as sellers regain some control in the market .


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