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Ottawa Backs Down on Digital Tax Dispute Amid Pressure from Trump White House

Canada has reportedly agreed to delay its planned digital services tax (DST) following pressure from former U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration, according to a recent statement from the White House. The tax, which was originally slated to target tech giants like Amazon, Meta, and Google, had been a major sticking point in U.S.-Canada trade discussions. The White House claimed Canada “caved” to U.S. demands after months of negotiations, with Trump’s team arguing the tax unfairly targeted American firms. The Canadian government, however, framed the delay as a strategic move to preserve economic stability and avoid retaliatory tariffs. Critics within Canada argue that the government’s decision reflects a growing trend of yielding to U.S. economic influence, while others say the delay is pragmatic given ongoing global talks about a coordinated approach to taxing digital revenues. The issue remains contentious, and observers are watching closely to see whether Canada will revive th...

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Hostages Set for Release: A Mix of Hope and Fear in Israel


The anticipated release of three high-profile male hostages has ignited a wave of excitement and anxiety across Israel. Yarden Bibas, Keith Siegel, and Ofer Kalderon, who have become household names since their abduction, are expected to be freed on Saturday. This release is part of the ongoing ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, which has already seen the return of several hostages.

The families of the hostages are experiencing a mix of emotions. While there is joy and relief at the news, there is also deep concern for those still held captive, including the Bibas family's young children. Activists have been holding silent protests, calling for the release of all hostages, dead or alive.

As the nation awaits the release, the hope for a peaceful resolution remains strong, but the memories of the tragic events that led to this situation are still fresh.



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