U.S. President Donald Trump is calling for nothing short of Iran’s unconditional surrender, rejecting peace talks. That posture as strikes and counterstrikes continue to hit Iran and surrounding countries for a seventh day. And intense Israeli airstrikes batter Beirut.
And: Canadians are paying more at the pump as oil prices climb in response to the war.
Also: An Ontario woman murdered this week had warned she was in danger, and a Khalistani extremist group may be responsible. A social media post says others who speak out against them could meet the same fate.
Plus: Canada/U.S. trade negotiation, diversity at the Brier, and after federal cuts can U.S. national security agencies protect the country from threats?