World Report Monday's top stories in 10 minutes
May 19, 2025
South Asian Canadians express heightened fears following a local businessman’s murder, demanding justice and addressing extortion issues. Global politics heat up as Trump prepares to speak with Putin amid rising tensions over Ukraine. Netanyahu faces pressure to facilitate aid into Gaza, while Italy navigates complex diplomatic discussions with U.S. leaders. In Spain, Airbnb is ordered to remove over 65,000 listings to tackle housing concerns. Meanwhile, health updates reveal Biden's advanced cancer diagnosis and a bomb suspect's unsettling manifesto surfaces in California.
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South Asian Safety Concerns
- South Asian Canadians are deeply concerned about safety after the murder of businessman Harjit Dada in Brampton.
- Extortion threats against business owners are reported in multiple provinces, causing fear in the community.
Trump’s Role in Ukraine Talks
- President Trump plans to speak with Putin and Zelensky to discuss ending the Ukraine war.
- This follows recent Russia-Ukraine talks that were the first in three years but lacked Putin's presence.
Aid Allowed Into Gaza
- Israeli PM Netanyahu yielded to pressure and allowed essential aid into Gaza to prevent a hunger crisis.
- The blockade continuation risked undermining military goals by incentivizing humanitarian collapse.