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Territorial Disputes Dominate Geneva Peace Talks

US President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, US Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll sit before closed-door talks with Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak  (not pictured) on ending Russia's war in Ukraine, at the US Mission in Geneva, Switzerland. Negotiators from Russia and Ukraine convened in Geneva for a new round of U.S.-mediated peace talks, with territorial disputes emerging as the central point of contention. The discussions, held over two days, come amid heightened pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump, who has urged Kyiv to “come to the table fast” in pursuit of a settlement.  Both sides remain deeply divided over land claims, which have become the primary obstacle to progress. The Kremlin has signaled that territorial issues will dominate the agenda, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has voiced concerns that Kyiv is facing disproportionate p...
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Poilievre's Leadership Tested After Electoral Defeat

 

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre faces a challenging political crossroads following his loss in the Carleton riding—a seat he held for over two decades—and his inability to unseat the Liberal government led by Prime Minister Mark Carney. Despite boosting the Conservative vote share to historic levels, Poilievre's defeat in his own riding has raised questions about his leadership and the party's future.

The Liberals secured a razor-thin minority government, leaving Poilievre to navigate the complexities of leading the opposition without a seat in Parliament. While he remains popular among Conservative members, his loss has sparked internal debates about the party's strategy and his ability to deliver on promises of change.

Poilievre's campaign saw breakthroughs in suburban areas and industrial regions, yet fell short in key battlegrounds. His defeat in Carleton, a riding home to many federal public servants, underscores the challenges of balancing populist rhetoric with broader electoral appeal.

As Poilievre vows to stay on as leader, the Conservatives must grapple with the implications of this election and chart a path forward in a politically divided landscape.

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