Libre News of The World. Thursday the 17th of October 2024

Today’s news covers a wide range of global issues. In Canada, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau appointed Daniel Rogers as the new head of the spy agency, while Canada designated the pro-Palestinian group Samidoun as a terrorist entity. In the U.S., the government continues to provide military aid to Israel amid the escalating conflict with Hamas, urging caution to avoid further escalation. El Salvador's gang crackdown remains in the spotlight as international human rights groups express concerns over mass detentions. The Bahamas is pushing forward with hurricane recovery efforts as the islands brace for more frequent storms. In Brazil, President Lula da Silva calls for regional cooperation to combat deforestation in the Amazon, while Argentina prepares for a closely contested presidential election focused on economic issues. China faces condemnation from Taipei and Washington for military drills around Taiwan, and the UK government is under fire for its handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict, with protests demanding a ceasefire. Meanwhile, Sweden's government is under pressure due to escalating gang violence, and Iceland is preparing for national budget talks to address inflation. In the EU, discussions are underway for new sanctions on Russia and Belarus, while Ukraine sees intensified fighting along the eastern front. Finally, India's Supreme Court is hearing a landmark case on legalizing same-sex marriage.