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International Outcry as Israeli Navy Intercepts Gaza Aid Flotilla Carrying Greta Thunberg

  A screengrab from a live stream video shows Israeli navy forces aboard the Gaza-bound vessel Florida, part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, which flotilla organisers report has been intercepted. In a dramatic maritime standoff, Israeli naval forces intercepted a flotilla of approximately 40 boats en route to Gaza, carrying over 500 activists and humanitarian aid. Among those detained was Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg, whose presence drew global attention to the mission. The Global Sumud Flotilla, which set sail from Barcelona in late August, aimed to break Israel’s longstanding blockade of Gaza and deliver food, water, and medical supplies to civilians suffering amid a deepening humanitarian crisis. The convoy included lawmakers from Spain and Italy, Nelson Mandela’s grandson Mandla Mandela, and other prominent figures. Israeli forces boarded the vessels roughly 70 nautical miles from Gaza, using water cannons and reportedly ramming one ship. The activists were diverted...
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Postal Talks Resume Amid Ongoing Overtime Ban

Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) are set to return to the bargaining table as an overtime ban continues to impact operations. The union, representing 55,000 postal workers, opted for the ban instead of a full strike, citing unresolved issues such as wages, part-time staffing, and weekend deliveries.

Canada Post has proposed further negotiations and is expected to respond to the union’s latest proposals presented on Sunday. The postal service has reported a significant drop in parcel volumes, with last week’s numbers down 50% compared to the previous year. 

While the overtime ban remains in effect, both parties are working toward a resolution that balances worker demands with the financial realities of Canada Post. The outcome of these negotiations could shape the future of postal services across the country.

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