Reuters World News US warships deployed, Canada talks, World Series and love after war in Ivory Coast
Oct 25, 2025
Tensions rise as the U.S. ramps up its military presence in the Caribbean, drawing reactions from Venezuela. As trade talks linger between Canada and the U.S., the Toronto Blue Jays make a notable comeback in the World Series, rife with political implications. In Ivory Coast, unique 'reconciliation marriages' aim to heal ethnic divides ahead of elections. Meanwhile, a chilling investigation reveals a secret mass grave in Syria, highlighting the region's turbulent past.
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U.S. Military Buildup In The Caribbean
- The U.S. is escalating military presence in the Caribbean by sending an aircraft carrier and other assets.
- The move ties to broader tensions over drugs and regional influence, including sanctions and accusations against Colombia.
High-Stakes U.S.-China Trade Talks
- U.S. and Chinese officials met in Kuala Lumpur to de-escalate trade tensions and prepare for a Xi-Trump meeting.
- Talks aimed for interim relief on tariffs, tech controls, and soybean purchases amid threats of 100% U.S. tariffs.
Canada-U.S. Tensions Meet The World Series
- Trade tensions with Canada rose after an Ontario anti-tariff ad led to canceled talks between Trump and Mark Carney.
- The ad's World Series placement aimed to provoke U.S. audiences and highlighted diverging political messaging.