Canada's response to the war in Israel, new job fairs and more news
The most important events of the week of October 2-8.
Perhaps the main topic of last week, which was actively discussed around the world, was the attack on Israel by the Palestinian group Hamas.
Like many countries, Canada has sided with Israel and condemned the Palestinian attacks. Officials and representatives from different parties, including the country's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, have spoken out in support of Israel. Canada is also closely monitoring the situation and asking Canadians in the conflict zone to exercise caution.
Right now more than 1,400 Canadians are in Israel and about 500 are in the Palestinian territories. The greatest danger is now in southern Israel, but the situation could escalate in the north as well. Among those affected are citizens of the UK, France, Ukraine, and Germany.
Conflicts in Canada
India-Canada relations continue to deteriorate. Back in September, Canada accused Indian authorities of being involved in the murder of a Sikh separatist who was living in Canada. This started the conflict. Now India demands that Canada recall most of its diplomats within a week. The Canadian government, on the other hand, is counting on diplomatic negotiations.
Canada elected a new Speaker of Parliament to replace Anthony Rota, who resigned over an incident honoring a nazi veteran. Liberal Party candidate Greg Fergus was named the new Speaker. The position of Speaker is designed to maintain order and fairness in Parliament, they are also responsible for finances.
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