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Ukraine Sends Specialist Teams to Counter Drone Threats

A Ukrainian military instructor demonstrates the operation of an interceptor drone designed to destroy Russian attack drones in the Kyiv region of Ukraine, March 11, 2026. Ukraine has deployed military and engineering units to five Middle Eastern countries —the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, and Jordan —to help intercept drones and strengthen air‑defense capabilities amid escalating regional tensions.  The teams, composed of specialist counter‑drone personnel , are advising local forces and assisting in neutralizing Iranian-made Shahed drones , which have increasingly targeted civilian and critical infrastructure during the ongoing Iran conflict. Ukrainian officials say the mission aims to bolster regional security and pave the way for long‑term defense cooperation agreements .  President Volodymyr Zelensky and Ukrainian security council secretary Rustem Umerov emphasized that while Middle Eastern partners focus on ballistic missile threats, Ukrainian un...

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TSX Climbs Following Bank of Canada's Rate Cut

 

Canada's main stock index, the S&P/TSX Composite, continued its upward trajectory today, buoyed by the Bank of Canada's decision to reduce interest rates. The index rose by 95.91 points, or 0.38%, reaching 25,600.24 points.

Investors welcomed the rate cut, which is expected to lower borrowing costs and stimulate economic activity. The move comes amid concerns about sluggish economic growth, despite inflation remaining within the target range.

The materials sector, particularly mining stocks, saw significant gains, contributing to the overall positive market sentiment. Additionally, oil prices rose on expectations of increased demand from China, which announced a relaxation of its monetary policy.

Analysts remain optimistic about the TSX's performance, with some predicting continued growth into the next year.




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