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Poland warns Russia planning ‘hybrid strikes’ against countries supporting Ukraine – as it happened

Donald Tusk says ‘very consistent and convincing’ intelligence assessment point towards Russian plans for strikes

The Guardian - UK · Sep 17

Australia and New Zealand could follow Canada into associated EU membership, Metsola tells Euronews

Metsola tells Euronews pitch for “associate membership” with Canada will strengthen cooperation with like-minded countries and incite new ones.

Euronews · Sep 17

Bringing EU and Canada closer is 'not against any third country', MEP David McAllister says

European People's Party MEP David McAllister said the European Union's relationship with Canada is "very unique". He believes European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen wants to take it "to the next level" after offering Ottawa a tailor-made status of "associate membership".

Euronews · Sep 17

The 'Canada effect': Which European companies could benefit from closer ties?

The US trade war is pushing Canada towards Europe. Defence, aerospace and industrial technology are where European companies may gain first.

Euronews · Sep 17

Canada’s European pivot draws Trump threat as Mark Carney prepares for EU Parliament speech

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney addresses the European Parliament amid escalating US trade disputes. Europe proposed associate member status for Canada, which was warmly received by lawmakers. President Trump warned of economic measures if the move is perceived negatively. Canada aims to diversify relationships and strengthen its independence from the…

The Economic Times · Sep 17

Metallica Announces 12 Massive 2027 Stadium Shows With Limp Bizkit: Full Dates, Venues and Ticket Details

Metallica will extend its M72 World Tour into 2027 with 12 one-night stadium shows across Canada and the US, featuring Limp Bizkit and Avatar on every date.

International Business Times UK · Sep 17

Trump threatens EU with trade cut over 'hostile' proposal to make Canada associate member

European Commission chief Ursula Von der Leyen pitched the idea of associate membership for Ottawa during her annual State of the Union speech on Wednesday, with Canadian PM Mark Carney in attendance.

Euronews · Sep 17

Opening the EU door for Canada is a harmless gesture. But it won’t fix Europe’s security crisis

Beyond the morale boost and Mark Carney’s stardust, ‘associate membership’ means little, says Paul Taylor of the European Policy Centre

The Guardian - UK · Sep 17

US-Canada trade war heats up: Trump signs memo to exclude Canadian products from federal procurement

US President Donald Trump has directed his administration to identify and remove Canadian-origin goods from the US federal civil procurement system, escalating a broader trade dispute with Ottawa. The White House said Canada had disadvantaged US companies in government procurement, while the latest move adds purchasing restrictions to existing tariffs…

The Economic Times · Sep 17

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen says she wants Canada to become the bloc's 1st associate member

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed making Canada the European Union’s first associate member, as Ottawa seeks closer ties with Europe amid deteriorating relations with the United States. The proposed partnership would expand cooperation beyond trade into defence, technology, energy, critical minerals, AI, cybersecurity and economic security.

The Economic Times · Sep 17