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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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Canada Post's Final Offer: A Pivotal Moment in Labour Negotiations

 

Canada Post has presented what it calls its final offer to the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW), as negotiations continue amid an ongoing overtime ban. The Crown corporation's proposal includes a signing bonus of up to $1,000, improved cost-of-living allowances, and an end to compulsory overtime. However, key sticking points remain, including the hiring of part-time staff for weekend deliveries.  

The union, representing 55,000 workers, had been in a strike position but opted for an overtime ban instead. Canada Post has reported a significant decline in parcel volumes—down 65% compared to last year—due to ongoing uncertainty.  

With losses exceeding $4 billion since 2018 and a $1-billion federal loan keeping the organization afloat, Canada Post faces critical questions about its future. As negotiations unfold, the outcome of these discussions could shape the trajectory of the postal service for years to come.

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