World Report October 30: Thursday's top stories in 10 minutes
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Oct 30, 2025 Crystal Gomansing, a CBC field reporter, shares gripping insights from her recent report in Gaza, having embedded with the Israel Defense Forces. She vividly describes the devastation and wreckage due to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Alongside her experience, the discussion touches on the U.S.-China rare earth minerals deal, Canada’s potential submarine upgrades, and the concerning rise of online censorship in Russia. Each topic unveils the intricate global interplay amid profound crises.
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Rare Earths Deal Reshapes Supply Risks
- Donald Trump announced a deal with Xi Jinping that addresses rare earth mineral supply challenges between the U.S. and China.
- He framed the agreement as removing a major roadblock and linked it to tariff reductions and fentanyl controls.
Carney Tours Korean Submarine Yard
- Prime Minister Mark Carney visited a South Korean shipyard and toured a newly launched KSS-3 submarine that Hanwha wants to sell to Canada.
- The visit signaled Canada's fast-moving procurement process and showcased active production lines promising delivery by 2035.
Russia Tests An Isolated Internet
- Russia is rolling out domestic internet controls and now mandates the Max app on new phones to centralize services and messaging.
- Critics see this as testing how isolated Russia can make its network while maintaining internal functionality.