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20 Turkish Soldiers Killed in Georgia Military Plane Crash

Members of emergency services work at the site of the Turkish C-130 military cargo plane crash near the Azerbaijani border, in Sighnaghi municipality, Georgia. Turkey’s Ministry of Defense announced that 20 soldiers were killed when a military transport plane crashed in Georgia . The aircraft, a C-130 cargo plane, had departed from Azerbaijan and was en route to Turkey when communication was lost shortly after takeoff. Georgian emergency teams reported that 18 bodies were recovered at the crash site , with search operations continuing to locate the remaining victims. Witnesses shared footage showing the plane breaking apart mid-air before spiraling down into farmland near the Azerbaijani border. This tragedy is Turkey’s deadliest military aviation accident in recent years . Both Turkish and Georgian authorities have launched investigations, and officials confirmed that the aircraft’s black box has been recovered . President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan expressed condolences to the families...
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NDP at a Crossroads: Avi Lewis and Heather McPherson Emerge as Leadership Frontrunners

 

Then New Democratic Party Leader Jagmeet Singh addresses supporters accompanied by his wife Gurkiran Kaur at his campaign headquarters on election night in Burnaby, B.C., on Monday, April 28, 2025.


After Jagmeet Singh’s resignation, the federal New Democratic Party finds itself in a defining moment. Following a devastating 2025 election that reduced the party to just seven seats and stripped it of official party status, the NDP is now searching for a leader who can rebuild its base and restore its relevance in Canadian politics.

Two names have quickly risen to the top of the conversation: Avi Lewis and Heather McPherson.

  • Avi Lewis, a filmmaker, activist, and member of a storied NDP family, has officially launched his campaign. Known for his environmental advocacy and progressive vision, Lewis brings strong name recognition and organizational experience. However, his lack of parliamentary success may raise questions about his ability to unite the party’s grassroots.

  • Heather McPherson, the MP for Edmonton Strathcona, is seen as the party’s most secure federal voice. Even during the NDP’s electoral collapse, she held her seat, making her a symbol of resilience. McPherson has hinted at leadership ambitions, though she has acknowledged the challenge of strengthening her French to appeal nationally.

With the deadline for candidates set for January 2026, the race is expected to intensify. Whoever takes the helm will face the daunting task of reviving a fractured party, reconnecting with disillusioned voters, and charting a new course for Canada’s progressive movement.


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