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17 Jun

Trump Reignites Debate at G7 Summit, Calls for Russia’s Return to the Group

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Alberta, Canada — U.S. President Donald Trump has once again stirred diplomatic waters by repeating his long-standing demand to reinstate Russia into the G7, transforming it back into the G8. Speaking during the opening sessions of the G7 Summit in Alberta, Trump argued that excluding Russia was “counterproductive” and said the global stage needed Moscow “at the table, not outside the door.”This is the third consecutive G7 summit where Trump has advocated for Russia’s return, calling the current format “outdated and hypocritical.” According to sources present at the closed-door meeting, Trump insisted that Russia’s voice was essential for any meaningful…

17 Jun

Prime Minister Carney meets with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte

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Kananaskis, Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney held a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the 2025 G7 Leaders’ Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta.Prime Minister Carney outlined his government’s strategy to revitalize, rearm, and reinvest in the Canadian Armed Forces – achieving the NATO 2 percent target this year and expediting investments in subsequent years. "Great to be in Canada for the G7 summit. Thanks so much to Mark J Carney for the warm welcome and good discussion on NATO. Canada plays a key role in our Alliance. Looking forward to doing more together - investing more,…

17 Jun

PM Narendra Modi Arrived in Calgary to Attend G7 Summit; Receives Warm Welcome from Indian Community

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Calgary/ Kananaskis ( Rajeev Sharma) : Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, arrived in Calgary on Monday evening to participate in the G7 Summit. His arrival was met with an enthusiastic welcome from the Indian community, who gathered in large numbers at Calgary International Airport, as well as across Northeast Calgary and downtown, waving Indian flags and holding banners that read “Welcome Modi Jee.”In a statement shortly after landing, PM Modi said, “Landed in Calgary, Canada, to take part in the G7 Summit. I will be meeting various leaders at the Summit and sharing my thoughts on important global issues.…

17 Jun

18 arrested in connection with criminal network linked to towing industry: Peel police

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Peel police say officers have arrested 18 people and seized more than $4.2 million in assets following the dismantling of a Brampton-based organized criminal network linked to the towing industry.Investigators released details Monday of an ongoing investigation into a criminal organization believed to be behind a significant number of extortion incidents and related acts of violence in the region.Peel Regional Police Chief Nishan Duraiappah said the 11-month investigation began in response to a rise in violent extortion threats, particularly targeting the South Asian community and business owners."A large number of the extortions we have been investigating over…

17 Jun

Trump Cuts G7 Visit Short, Urges Evacuation of Tehran Amid Escalating Israel-Iran War

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Kananaskis, June 17 — U.S. President Donald Trump abruptly ended his participation in the G7 Summit in Canada on Monday and returned to Washington, citing the rapidly intensifying Israel-Iran conflict. His departure followed an urgent plea for civilians in Tehran to evacuate immediately, warning that the situation could spiral into catastrophic violence.Trump's decision came after reports of Israel issuing a mass alert to over 300,000 residents in Tehran ahead of potential missile strikes. The U.S. President described the escalating war as "very, very dangerous" and emphasized that Iranian civilians must move to safety without delay. "I urge everyone in Tehran…

17 Jun

G7 Summit 2025: PM Mark Carney meets Italy PM Giorgia Meloni

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Kananaskis, Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney met with the Prime Minister of Italy, Giorgia Meloni, at the 2025 G7 Leaders’ Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta. Prime Minister Carney thanked Prime Minister Meloni for her leadership in G7 efforts to combat illicit drugs, and the leaders agreed to accelerate ongoing work to combat organized crime, transnational repression, and foreign interference. Building on their conversations in Rome last month, they also discussed deepening and diversifying commercial ties in the areas of energy, investment, and research and innovation. The leaders underscored the growing economic relationship between Canada and Italy, as evidenced by…

17 Jun

G7 Leaders Urge Middle East Ceasefire Amid Escalating Israel-Iran Tensions

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Kananaskis, Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): As violence intensifies between Israel and Iran, leaders of the G7 nations have issued a united appeal for a “de-escalation of hostilities in the Middle East”, calling specifically for a ceasefire in Gaza. In a joint communiqué released late Monday, the group reaffirmed its commitment to regional peace and stability while also asserting that “Israel has a right to defend itself.” The summit, held in the Canadian Rockies, was rocked by geopolitical developments as U.S. President Donald Trump left the gathering early, citing the worsening crisis. “I have to be back early for obvious reasons,” he…

17 Jun

PM Modi Arrives in Canada for G7 Summit Amid Israel-Iran Tensions

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Kananaskis, Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Calgary, Canada, to attend the 51st G7 Summit, with the Israel-Iran conflict casting a long shadow over the high-level diplomatic gathering. The visit marks the second leg of his ongoing three-nation tour, which began in Cyprus and will conclude in Croatia. Prior to his arrival in Canada, PM Modi held wide-ranging discussions with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides. Describing the visit as “memorable,” the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) shared on X (formerly Twitter) that the Prime Minister was deeply appreciative of the hospitality extended by Cyprus, and thanked President…

16 Jun

Carney Champions Unity at G7 While Trump Pushes Tariffs, Questions Russia’s Ouster

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KANANASKIS, (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, hosting his first G7 Summit, struck a diplomatic tone, prioritizing unity among global leaders amid growing geopolitical tensions. Departing from tradition, Carney opted to replace the usual joint communiqué with “thematic statements”, aiming to reduce discord and highlight shared values. In a bilateral meeting with Donald Trump, Carney began by wishing the former U.S. president a belated 79th birthday and emphasized that the summit’s effectiveness depends on strong U.S. leadership. Trump, characteristically direct, reaffirmed his stance as a “tariff person” while expressing optimism about negotiating a new U.S.-Canada trade deal. Though he…

16 Jun

Canadian PM Mark Carney Schedules Sensitive Trade Talks with Trump at G7 Summit in Alberta

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Kananaskis, Alberta, June 16, 2025 — Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to hold a crucial early-morning meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump today at the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, highlighting urgent bilateral efforts to resolve escalating trade tensions.Carney, who assumed office in March and secured his first federal mandate in April, arrived at the summit amid rising concern over Trump’s sweeping tariff policies. These include a 25 percent duty on Canadian steel and aluminum as well as levies on autos, measures that have strained cross-border economic ties.Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand described the summit discussions as “sensitive,” citing deep economic integration…