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Air Transat Faces Flight Suspensions Amid Pilot Strike Notice

  Air Transat has announced it will gradually suspend flights starting Monday following a 72-hour strike notice issued by its pilots’ union. The Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), representing roughly 700 pilots, delivered the notice after nearly a year of unsuccessful negotiations with the airline’s parent company, Transat A.T. Inc. Background The union filed the strike notice on Sunday, giving pilots the legal right to walk off the job as early as Wednesday. Last week, pilots voted 99% in favor of strike action , underscoring their frustration over stalled contract talks. ALPA leaders emphasized that pilots do not want to strike but feel compelled to act after management failed to meet demands for a modernized agreement. Airline Response Air Transat confirmed it will begin suspending flights gradually between December 8 and 9 to prepare for a possible full shutdown. The company stated it is working “around the clock” to reach a deal and minimize disruption for trave...

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Historic Ceasefire Agreement Between India and Pakistan Announced by Trump


In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that India and Pakistan have agreed to a full and immediate ceasefire following a series of escalating military strikes. The agreement comes after intense negotiations mediated by the United States, aimed at de-escalating tensions between the two nuclear-armed nations.  

The conflict, which began with retaliatory strikes after a deadly attack in Indian-controlled Kashmir, saw both sides exchanging missile attacks on military installations. Trump praised both countries for their "common sense and great intelligence" in reaching the ceasefire.  

While the ceasefire is a promising step toward stability, both nations have emphasized that its success depends on mutual adherence. Indian officials stated their commitment to non-escalation, provided Pakistan reciprocates. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s leadership has indicated that further military action will be avoided if India refrains from additional strikes.  

The international community, including the G7 foreign ministers, has welcomed the ceasefire and urged both nations to engage in direct dialogue to ensure lasting peace.  

This agreement marks a pivotal moment in South Asian geopolitics, with hopes that sustained diplomatic efforts will prevent future conflicts. However, the situation remains delicate, and global leaders continue to monitor developments closely.

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