(0:00 - 0:29)
Israel faced global backlash today after breaking a fragile ceasefire with Hamas, launching strikes in Gaza that killed over 400 Palestinians. Reports from Zero Hedge and International Business Times detailed devastating airstrikes, reportedly authorized by the White House, targeting alleged Hamas strongholds. World leaders condemned the move, with the UAE lobbying Trump's administration, to reject an Arab League plan for Gaza's stabilization.
(0:30 - 1:48)
Meanwhile, there are reports that extremist Israeli rabbis are urging soldiers to kill Palestinian children, intensifying accusations of war crimes. In a separate twist, Trump reportedly asked Chad, one of the world's poorest nations, to accept Palestinian refugees, only to be swiftly rebuffed. Concurrently, Israel's military tech advanced, with the Iron Beam laser defense system nearing deployment.
This could reshape regional power dynamics, countering missile threats from Iran-backed groups. The U.S. DOJ also announced an Oct. 7 joint task force to prosecute Hamas terrorists, signaling tighter coordination with Israel.
For Canadians, the conflict's ripple effects hit trade. Israel is a key partner, with bilateral trade at $1.8 billion annually. The violence has spiked oil prices, with Brent crude up 3% this week, impacting Canadian pump prices.
Health Canada data shows mental health calls from diaspora communities in Canada have risen 15% since October, reflecting the toll of distant wars. Israel's actions, justified as self-defense by its leaders, have reignited concerns over their ultimate plans for Gaza and its people.