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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 1927, Harley Hotchkiss, Canadian businessman (died 2011) was born. In 1930, Gordon Pinsent, Canadian actor, director, and screenwriter (died 2023) was born. In 1950, Gilles Meloche, Canadian ice hockey player and coach was born. In 1979, Olive Morris, Jamaican-English civil rights activist (born 1952) passed away. In 1998, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Canadian basketball player was born. In 2005, John King, Baron King of Wartnaby, English businessman (born 1917) passed away. In 2008, Tony Snow, American journalist, 26th White House Press Secretary (born 1955) passed away. In 2012, Alimuddin, Pakistani cricketer (born 1930) passed away. In 2014, Jamil Ahmad, Pakistani author (born 1931) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Saudi Crown Prince Holds Talks With Canadian PM

Al Arabiya English

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July 9, 2026

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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman holds talks with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at al-Salam Palace in Jeddah.

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Saudi Gazette

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· Jul 9, 2026

Saudi, Canadian defense ministers discuss military cooperation

JEDDAH — Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman met Canadian Minister of National Defence David McGuinty in Jeddah on Thursday to discuss bilateral defense cooperation and regional developments.The two ministers reviewed relations between Saudi Arabia and Canada and explored ways to strengthen military and defense cooperation between the two friendly countries.They also discussed regional developments and ongoing efforts to promote security and stability in the region and beyond.

Al-Monitor

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· Jul 9, 2026

Canada wants broader Saudi ties, won't lecture from 'afar': Carney

Canada wants closer ties with Saudi Arabia and will not lecture about rights from afar, Prime Minister Mark Carney said Thursday during the first visit to the kingdom by a Canadian premier in 25 years. Carney's office said the prime minister and crown prince will finalize a deal next year that will make it easier for Canadian businesses to expand into Saudi Arabia.

Sada Elbalad

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· Jun 23, 2026

Saudi, Qatari FMs Discuss Diplomatic Mediation Following US-Iran MoU

​Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs, Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, held a telephone conversation with the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani.

Al Arabiya English

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· Jul 9, 2026

Saudi Crown Prince MBS Meets With Canada PM in Jeddah

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman receives Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in Jeddah. The visit marks the first by a Canadian prime minister to the Kingdom in 26 years.

The Independent

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· Jul 8, 2026

Canada's Carney visits Saudi Arabia as the prime minister seeks to expand ties with kingdom

Canada's prime minister is visiting Saudi Arabia, marking the first trip by a Canadian leader to the kingdom in 26 years

ABC News

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· Jul 8, 2026

Canada's Carney visits Saudi Arabia as the prime minister seeks to expand ties with kingdom

Canada's prime minister is visiting Saudi Arabia, marking the first trip by a Canadian leader to the kingdom in 26 years

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Related coverage for "Saudi Crown Prince Holds Talks With Canadian PM": Saudi Gazette — Saudi, Canadian defense ministers discuss military cooperation. Al-Monitor — Canada wants broader Saudi ties, won't lecture from 'afar': Carney. Sada Elbalad — Saudi, Qatari FMs Discuss Diplomatic Mediation Following US-Iran MoU. Al Arabiya English — Saudi Crown Prince MBS Meets With Canada PM in Jeddah. The Independent — Canada's Carney visits Saudi Arabia as the prime minister seeks to expand ties with kingdom. ABC News — Canada's Carney visits Saudi Arabia as the prime minister seeks to expand ties with kingdom