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Nations React to Reported $1 Billion Fee for Trump’s Peace Board

  President Trump said the Peace Board 'will embark on a new approach to resolving global conflict'. Reports surrounding President Donald Trump’s proposed Board of Peace have ignited global debate after claims surfaced that countries may be asked to contribute $1 billion to secure or maintain permanent membership. The board, envisioned as a body overseeing governance and reconstruction efforts in Gaza, would reportedly be chaired by Trump himself, who would hold authority over which nations are admitted. A draft charter circulating among diplomats outlines three‑year membership terms, renewable only with the chairman’s approval. It also suggests that nations contributing $1 billion within the first year could bypass term limits and secure a permanent seat. The White House has pushed back on the reports, calling them misleading and insisting that no mandatory membership fee exists. Officials acknowledged that major financial contributors could receive greater influence but ...

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Canada Retracts Middle East Travel Advisory Amid Escalating Conflict

Ottawa’s foreign ministry has admitted to an error in issuing a statement advising all Canadians to leave the Middle East due to rising tensions between Israel and Iran. The Department of Global Affairs initially released the advisory on Friday but later retracted it, urging Canadians to instead consult existing travel warnings for specific conflict zones.

The initial advisory caused confusion among Canadians abroad, as it suggested a blanket evacuation rather than targeted guidance for high-risk areas. The ministry has since clarified that while travel to certain regions remains highly discouraged, the original statement was mistakenly broad in scope.

The retraction comes amid heightened hostilities between Israel and Iran, with both nations exchanging missile strikes. Canada’s government has condemned Iran’s attack on Israel while calling for restraint from both sides. Prime Minister Mark Carney has convened the National Security Council to assess the situation and ensure the safety of Canadian nationals and diplomatic missions in the region.

Global Affairs Canada now directs Canadians to consult specific country travel advisories rather than a general call to leave the Middle East. The ministry has not provided details on how the error occurred but emphasized the importance of staying informed through official channels.

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