CANADA HEADS TO THE POLLS AMID CONFRONTATION WITH US

Polls are open in Canada's national election, with the ruling Liberal Party favored to win by a narrow margin.

The vote comes as Canadians grapple with high living costs, and tensions with a confrontational US President, who has made controversial comments about Canada's future.

Mitch McCann reports:

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US MILITARY SAYS 800 HOUTHI TARGETS HIT SINCE MARCH AIR CAMPAIGN BEGUN

The US Military has said it will maintain its airstrike operations targeting the Yemen-based Houthi militant group. 

It comes after the Trump Administration pledged to push back against the Houthis - who have been targeting vital civilian shipping lanes in the Red Sea. 

From Tel Aviv, Trent Murray has more. 

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Pakistan intensifies security measures nationwide as tensions with India rise

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Pakistan has ramped up security nationwide as tensions with India rise in the aftermath of a terrorist attack in Indian-administered Kashmir.

Fighter jets are actively patrolling the airspace near the India-Pakistan border.

Since independence three wars have been fought between the two South Asian neighbors over the disputed Kashmir region - a region both govern in parts but claim in full.

Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad.

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Kim Kardashian robbery trial gets under way in Paris

The trial begins on Monday of ten men charged with stealing jewellery worth millions of dollars from the American reality TV star Kim Kardashian.

The robbery took place in 2016 during Paris Fashion Week.

Ross Cullen reports.

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ICJ hears arguments over Israel’s UNRWA ban

The International Court of Justice is hearing arguments on whether
Israel's decision to ban cooperation with the United Nations
Palestinian rights agency UNRWA was lawful.

More than 40 nations are set to weigh in during this week's hearings
at the UN's top court.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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N Korea confirms it sent troops to fight for Russia in Ukraine war

INTRO: North Korea has for the first time confirmed that it sent troops to fight for Russia against Ukraine.

State news agency KCNA reported that Pyongyang's soldiers helped Moscow reclaim territory under Ukrainian control in the Russian border region of Kursk. Laura Westbrook reports.

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India-Pak forces continue exchanging gunfire on the border

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The Indian army says it has responded to what it calls unprovoked gun fire by Pakistani forces along  the de facto border between two countries.

Tensions between the two nuclear neighbours are on the rise since last Tuesday when an attack in Indian administered Kashmir killed 26 civilians.

Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.

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Mangione pleads not guilty ahead of death penalty trial

Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing the CEO of UnitedHealthcare
on a Manhattan street in December has pleaded not guilty to federal
charges.

It means he'll now face a trial in which prosecutors will seek the
death penalty.

Nick Harper reports.

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DISGRACED U.S. CONGRESSMAN GEORGE SANTOS SENTENCED TO 7 YEARS IN PRISON

Disgraced U.S. Congressman George Santos has been sentenced to more than 7 years in prison after pleading guilty to committing wire fraud and aggravated identity theft.

Mitch McCann reports:

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Trump's envoy Witkoff meets President Putin in Moscow

U.S. President Donald Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff held talks with Russian President Putin on Friday to discuss the U.S. plan to end the Ukraine conflict. The Kremlin said there was progress as the two sides managed to bring their positions closer. Earlier, Moscow said it's ready to reach a deal with the US on Ukraine, though some elements need to be "fine tuned".

Dasha Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.

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​FBI arrests judge in Wisconsin claiming she helped a migrant escape arrest

The FBI has arrested a judge in Wisconsin that it claims helped an undocumented immigrant evade arrest. It's a significant escalation in President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown. Toni Waterman has more from Washington.

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IMF downgrades European economic outlook

The International Monetary Fund has downgraded Europe's economic
outlook for 2025 and 2026.

Geopolitical volatility and U.S. tariffs were cited as reasons for the revision.

Earlier this week the IMF slashed its global growth estimate for the
year from 3.3% to 2.8%.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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UN calls for "maximum restraint" in Kashmir

The United Nations has urged both India and Pakistan to show "maximum
restraint" and avoid any further conflict following a deadly attack on
tourists in Kashmir.
Relations between the two countries plunged to its lowest level in
years -- as India accuses Pakistan of supporting "cross-border
terrorism".
Gunmen this week opened fire on tourists in the area, killing at least
25 Indian citizens.
Pakistan has denied any involvement.
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Trump aims for trade deals & talks with China

Donald Trump says he's hoping for multiple trade deals over the next
three to four weeks.

In an interview with TIME magazine the US President also remained
upbeat about negotiations with China, which he says have started,
although China denies it.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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FINAL PREPARATIONS FOR POPE FRANCIS FUNERAL

Heads of State, monarchs, and other foreign dignitaries are arriving in Rome ahead of the funeral of Pope Francis.

It's the last chance for the public to view the open coffin at St Peter's Basilica before hundreds of thousands are expected in and around the Vatican for the funeral on Saturday.

John Bevir reports from Rome.

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US AND IRAN TO MEET SATURDAY FOR THIRD ROUND OF NUCLEAR TALKS

Talks between government representatives from the US and Iran are set to take place this Saturday - as Washington continues its diplomatic push to avoid Iran acquiring a nuclear weapon.

From Tel Aviv, Trent Murray has more.

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Police investigation in France after deadly stabbing in school

Police are investigating the possible motives after a pupil killed one fellow student, and injured three others in a stabbing attack at school in western France on Thursday.

A 15-year-old girl, Lorene, died after being stabbed dozens of times by the suspect.

The attacker was overpowered by teachers and arrested at the scene.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Manhunt for Kashmir gunmen continues

Indian security teams continue to be on the lookout for four gunmen who opened fire on tourists earlier this week, killing 26 people.

Sketches with the names of the suspects have been put up in Indian administered Kashmir, with a cash reward announced as well.

Neha Poonia has more.

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Pakistan threatens India of withdrawing from the Simla agreement

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Pakistan has threatened to withdraw from the Simla Agreement, a pact that governs both sides upholding the de facto border in the disputed region of Kashmir.

The warning follows India's accusation that Islamabad was involved in a deadly attack in Indian-administered Kashmir, further straining already tense ties.

With ties plummeting, experts warn the crisis could push the region towards war.

Hira Mustafa reports.

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India-Pakistan tension simmer after Kashmir attack

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Calling India's decision to suspend a key water sharing agreement an act of war Islamabad has decided to cancel visas for Indians and stop trade. 

These measures came after India took similar steps this week in the wake of a terrorist attack that killed at least 26 people in Kashmir. 

New Delhi blames Islamabad for supporting cross border terrorism - and the Indian government is now hinting at further action, as Ishan Garg tells us from New Delhi. 

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