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Israel and Lebanon Agree to 10‑Day Ceasefire as Trump Announces Breakthrough

  Israel and Lebanon Reach 10‑Day Ceasefire Following Trump Announcement Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10‑day ceasefire set to begin at 5 p.m. EST, according to U.S. President Donald Trump, who said the truce followed “excellent conversations” with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun.  The ceasefire comes after more than six weeks of intense fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, the Iran‑backed armed group operating in southern Lebanon. The conflict has resulted in over 2,000 deaths in Lebanon and displaced more than a million residents, while Israel has maintained a 10‑kilometre security zone in southern Lebanon. Trump stated that both leaders agreed to begin the truce to pursue peace, adding that he plans to invite them to the White House for the first direct talks between the two countries since 1983. Lebanese officials have welcomed the ceasefire, though Hezbollah has said its adherence depends on Israel halting all attacks....

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Government Warns of Potential Attacks in Canada Linked to Hamas-Israel Conflict

 


In the wake of the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel, Canada’s Integrated Terrorist Assessment Centre (ITAC) has issued a critical warning: extremists motivated by the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict could potentially target crowds at events within our borders. The threat assessment agency cautions that mass violence might spill over into our country.

The strategic intelligence briefs, circulated last October and recently released to Global News, highlight the risk of attacks on protests, cultural centers, diplomatic posts, and other symbols associated with Israeli or Palestinian interests in Canada. According to ITAC, such attacks would likely be carried out by radicalized lone actors, using readily available weapons.

The conflict’s implications on Canadian soil are concerning. Ideologically and religiously motivated violent extremists may be triggered by events and mobilize towards violence, posing a threat to large gatherings. The government’s assessment underscores the need for vigilance and security measures.

In December 2023, Ottawa police arrested a youth charged with plotting a terrorist attack against the Jewish community. Additional charges were filed, accusing the suspect of conspiracy to commit murder at the direction of a terrorist group. A second youth faced similar charges related to murder conspiracy and facilitating terrorist activity. The alleged target was the Jewish community, with communication allegedly linked to the terrorist group ISIS.

As Canada grapples with rising hate crimes and antisemitism, it is crucial to remain vigilant and address potential threats. The government’s report serves as a stark reminder that our nation is not immune to the global impact of conflicts like the one between Israel and Hamas.


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