Canada And Beyond
- China Calls For Cease-Fire – China is calling for a cease-fire between Russia and Ukraine in a proposal that appears to have little chance of being accepted by those who support Ukraine. The proposal calls for ending hostilities, protecting nuclear plants, resuming peace talks and eliminating unilateral sanctions which the U.S. has consistently rejected. The proposal also does not address land that Russia has seized in Ukraine. (Bloomberg)
- Not Supporting Ukraine Could Be Devastating – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said the consequences of Canada and its allies not supporting Ukraine “could be devastating” for the entire planet. Trudeau added that Ukraine is not just fighting for protection of their own territory but is also fighting to uphold the rules that underpin all of our democracies. (Global News)
- TikTok Under Investigation – Canada’s privacy commissioner has launched an investigation into the social media app TikTok. The investigation will examine whether TikTok’s practices are in compliance with Canadian privacy, whether valid and meaningful consent is being obtained and if the company is meeting its transparency obligations. (Daily Hive)
- Baldwin Pleads Not Guilty – Alec Baldwin has pleaded not guilty to involuntary manslaughter for the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the movie Rust. Prosecutors have accused Baldwin of criminal negligence and he could face up to 18 months in prison if found guilty. (BBC)
