Global National: April 19, 2026 | US seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship as Trump says talks back on
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U.S. President Donald Trump says a delegation will be back in Islamabad on Monday for high-stakes talks aimed at ending the Iran war, and accused the regime of violating the fragile ceasefire that expires Wednesday. But Tehran says any mention of a second round of negotiations is not true. Tonight, both sides remain far apart on key sticking points, including the standoff over the Strait of Hormuz, where tensions remain high. And late today, President Trump confirmed an Iranian-flagged tanker, trying to skirt the U.S. naval blockade, had been intercepted by U.S. marines. Candice Cole reports.
Starting Monday, Ottawa is suspending the federal fuel excise tax on gasoline, diesel and aviation fuel for the next five months as prices continue to soar due to the ongoing war in Iran. Airlines around the world are already scaling back flights because of jet fuel costs and availability. And experts say the worst in yet to come. Heather Yourex-West explains what that could mean for your travel plans.
Vancouver’s Lapu Lapu festival was the site of the city’s deadliest attack in history. Eleven people were killed when an SUV was driven through a crowded street. Kai-Ji Adam Lo, the man accused of driving the SUV, has been declared fit to stand trial. Nearly a year after the tragedy, Grace Ke is at this year’s event.
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