World Report March 23: Sunday's top stories in 10 minutes
Mar 23, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney is gearing up for a federal election in Canada, set for April 28th. Meanwhile, tensions escalate as Russian drones target Kyiv amidst peace talks in Saudi Arabia. In Turkey, opposition leader Ekrem Imamoglu faces jail time, igniting protests. The region sees air strikes as negotiations evolve. Pope Francis is expected to be discharged from the hospital, while a surge in home gardening is emerging in Canada, driven by rising grocery prices and trade disputes.
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Snap Election Called
- Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to call a federal election for April 28th.
- This could be one of the shortest campaigns allowed under Canadian law.
Missile Intercepted Over Tel Aviv
- Air raid sirens sounded in Tel Aviv after Israel intercepted a missile launched from Yemen.
- Israel blames Iran-backed Houthi rebels, escalating tensions and missile exchanges.
Protests in Turkey Over Imamoglu's Arrest
- Protests in Turkey are growing after the jailing of opposition leader Ekrem Imamoglu.
- Imamoglu was charged with corruption and jailed, sparking the largest demonstrations in over a decade.