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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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Trump Threatens Economic Sanctions on Canada

 

In a dramatic return to the Oval Office, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced his intention to impose significant tariffs on Canada and Mexico. Trump, who was inaugurated for his second term just a day ago, stated that he plans to implement a 25% tariff on Canadian and Mexican goods starting February 1.

This announcement has sent shockwaves through the political and economic landscape, with Canadian leaders scrambling to respond. Ontario Premier Doug Ford emphasized the need for unity among Canadian provinces to confront Trump's aggressive trade policies. Meanwhile, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has expressed reluctance to fully support federal retaliation plans, citing concerns over Alberta's energy sector.

The proposed tariffs are part of a broader series of executive actions by Trump, which include withdrawing from the Paris climate accord and the World Health Organization, as well as threatening military action against drug cartels in Mexico. The situation remains fluid, with both countries bracing for potential economic fallout.


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