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Premiers Split on Using Potash as a Trade Weapon — What It Means for Your Grocery Bill

  Published August 31, 2026 Canada's premiers can't agree on how far to take the trade war with the United States — and this week, the fight is over a grey mineral mined almost 2,000 kilometres from Ottawa: potash. The disagreement matters well beyond provincial politics. Potash is the "P" and "K" of fertilizer economics — a key ingredient in the blends that grow the wheat, canola, and corn that eventually show up as bread, canola oil, and everything fed to livestock. Canada supplies about 85% of the potash the U.S. uses, which is exactly why some premiers see it as leverage — and why others are warning that pulling that lever could backfire on the very provinces pushing for it. Ford wants to pull the lever. Moe and Smith are warning not to. Ontario Premier Doug Ford is pushing for the toughest response available, including resource-based leverage. Saskatchewan's Scott Moe and Alberta's Danielle Smith are pumping the brakes, warning that squeezing po...
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Diplomatic Tensions Rise: Lebanon Rebukes Iran's Envoy Over Hezbollah Disarmament Remarks


Lebanon's foreign ministry has summoned Iran's ambassador to Beirut, Mojtaba Amani, following controversial remarks regarding Hezbollah's disarmament. Amani referred to the disarmament efforts as a "conspiracy," sparking diplomatic friction between the two nations.

The comments come amidst growing pressure on Hezbollah to relinquish its arsenal, especially after the 2024 conflict with Israel left southern Lebanon devastated. President Joseph Aoun is set to initiate discussions on disarmament, a topic long considered taboo due to Hezbollah's significant influence in Lebanese politics.

Lebanon's foreign ministry emphasized the importance of adhering to diplomatic protocols and respecting the sovereignty of states. This incident marks a rare instance of Lebanon openly criticizing Iran, given Tehran's historical support for Hezbollah.

The situation underscores the delicate balance Lebanon must maintain as it navigates internal and external pressures surrounding Hezbollah's role in the region.

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