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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1691, Marquis de St Ruth, French general passed away. In 1812, The American Army of the Northwest briefly occupies the Upper Canadian settlement at what is now at Windsor, Ontario. In 1895, Buckminster Fuller, American architect and engineer, designed the Montreal Biosphère (died 1983) was born. In 1908, Alain Cuny, French actor (died 1994) was born. In 1920, Pierre Berton, Canadian journalist and author (died 2004) was born. In 1920, Bob Fillion, Canadian ice hockey player and manager (died 2015) was born. In 1927, Harley Hotchkiss, Canadian businessman (died 2011) was born. In 1984, Sami Zayn, Canadian professional wrestler was born. In 2004, Betty Oliphant, English-Canadian ballerina, co-founded the National Ballet School of Canada (born 1918) passed away. In 2006, The 2006 Lebanon War begins. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
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.'
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CityNews Montreal
· Jun 26, 2026
Canada has no plans to open embassies in Iran or Venezuela, Anand says
OTTAWA — Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says Canada has no current plans to open embassies in Iran or Venezuela. Anand says Canada relies on Italy to connect with Canadians in Iran but admits using an intermediary isn’t the most efficient way of dealing with consular issues. Her comments come after a group called the [] The post Canada has no plans to open embassies in Iran or Venezuela, Anand says appeared first on CityNews Montreal.
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.
Washington Examiner
· Jun 30, 2026
Is US-Canada border secure? Border Patrol official testifies ‘no’
The U.S. Border Patrol’s second-in-command admitted to Congress on Tuesday that the U.S.-Canada border is not secure, an acknowledgment that comes days after Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin disclosed that Iranian nationals were encountered attempting to enter illegally over the northern border. Border Patrol’s acting deputy chief, Jason Schneider, told House Homeland Security Committee members []
Anadolu Agency
· Jun 21, 2026
Trump warns Iran to stop ‘proxies in Lebanon’ or US will hit Tehran 'very hard again'
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Global News
· Jun 25, 2026
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.
Calgary Sun
· Jun 24, 2026
Letters for June 24, 2026: ‘Let the party go on’
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Related coverage for "Canada has no plans to open embassies in Venezuela and Iran, Anand says": CityNews Montreal — Canada has no plans to open embassies in Iran or Venezuela, Anand says. Tehran Times — Canada weighs reopening embassies in Iran, Carney says. Washington Examiner — Is US-Canada border secure? Border Patrol official testifies ‘no’. Anadolu Agency — Trump warns Iran to stop ‘proxies in Lebanon’ or US will hit Tehran 'very hard again'. Global News — Canada at ‘disadvantage’ without diplomatic presence in Iran, Carney says. Calgary Sun — Letters for June 24, 2026: ‘Let the party go on’