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Pakistan's Crackdown on Afghan Refugees: A Controversial Move

In recent weeks, Pakistan has intensified its efforts to arrest Afghan citizens residing in the country without proper documentation. This move has sparked significant controversy, with the Afghan Embassy in Islamabad accusing Pakistan of attempting to expel all Afghan refugees from its territory. The Afghan Embassy issued a strongly worded statement, condemning the short timeframe given by Pakistani authorities and the unilateral nature of their decision. The embassy claimed that Afghan nationals in Islamabad and Rawalpindi have been subjected to arrests, searches, and orders to leave the cities and relocate to other parts of Pakistan. Pakistan's Foreign Ministry has dismissed these allegations, stating that the authorities are merely facilitating conditions for the swift return of Afghans to their home country. The ministry emphasized that Pakistan has long threatened to deport Afghans living in the country illegally. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif recently approved a March 31 dea...

Ontario Braces for Record Cold Before Snowstorm Hit

Ontario is currently experiencing an Arctic chill with wind chill values plunging into the -30s and -40s, prompting widespread extreme cold warnings. The frigid temperatures have already led to road and school closures in some areas. 

However, relief is on the horizon as a weak clipper system is expected to move across the region Wednesday night and Thursday, bringing a few centimetres of snow to the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Between 5-10+ cm of snow could fall locally, especially in areas experiencing lake enhancement.

While the deep freeze is expected to break by the weekend, bringing more comfortable weather, drivers are urged to plan ahead and brace for slower commute times due to slick conditions. 




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