Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1812, The American Army of the Northwest briefly occupies the Upper Canadian settlement at what is now at Windsor, Ontario. In 1914, Mohammad Moin, Iranian linguist and lexicographer (died 1971) was born. In 1920, Pierre Berton, Canadian journalist and author (died 2004) was born. In 1920, The Soviet-Lithuanian Peace Treaty is signed, by which Soviet Russia recognizes the independence of Lithuania. In 1937, Robert McFarlane, American colonel and diplomat, 13th United States National Security Advisor (died 2022) was born. In 1952, Irina Bokova, Bulgarian politician, Bulgarian Minister of Foreign Affairs was born. In 1984, Sami Zayn, Canadian professional wrestler was born. In 2006, The 2006 Lebanon War begins. In 2012, Hamid Samandarian, Iranian director and playwright (born 1931) passed away. In 2014, Valeriya Novodvorskaya, Russian journalist and politician (born 1950) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Canada at ‘disadvantage’ without diplomatic presence in Iran, Carney says
Carney said it's hard to address consular matters, such as assisting Canadians abroad, in places like Venezuela or Iran where Ottawa doesn't have embassies.
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Global News
· Jun 26, 2026
Canada has no plans to open embassies in Venezuela and Iran, Anand says
While Ottawa is not looking to re-establish diplomatic relations with Iran, Prime Minister Mark Carney said the lack of diplomatic presence puts Canada 'at a disadvantage.'
Quartz
· Jun 26, 2026
Trump accuses Iran of 'foolish violation' of ceasefire after attack in Strait of Hormuz
The incident has threatened a fragile diplomatic arrangement reached between Washington and Tehran to end the war
National Post
· Jun 24, 2026
Ottawa has new powers to ban Chinese telecom companies. It says it’s not planning to use them
While the legislation may help bolster Canada's security, it could also complicate its foreign affairs
Anadolu Agency
· Jul 6, 2026
Netanyahu says no date set for Washington visit, acknowledges differences with Trump
Tehran 'is not a friend' of Washington, Israeli premier says in interview
Al Jazeera
· Jun 28, 2026
The US-Iran MoU: A mirage of an agreement
Both Washington and Tehran know that current deal will not lead to lasting peace. It is merely a strategic pause
Tehran Times
· Jun 26, 2026
Canada weighs reopening embassies in Iran, Carney says
TEHRAN– Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Thursday that his government is considering reopening Canada's embassies in Iran and Venezuela, arguing that the absence of diplomatic missions has limited Ottawa's ability to protect Canadian citizens and respond effectively to humanitarian crises.
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Related coverage for "Canada at ‘disadvantage’ without diplomatic presence in Iran, Carney says": Global News — Canada has no plans to open embassies in Venezuela and Iran, Anand says. Quartz — Trump accuses Iran of 'foolish violation' of ceasefire after attack in Strait of Hormuz. National Post — Ottawa has new powers to ban Chinese telecom companies. It says it’s not planning to use them. Anadolu Agency — Netanyahu says no date set for Washington visit, acknowledges differences with Trump. Al Jazeera — The US-Iran MoU: A mirage of an agreement. Tehran Times — Canada weighs reopening embassies in Iran, Carney says