Global National with Dawna Friesen

Two teenagers are accused of plotting attacks on schools in Manitoba and Nova Scotia. Marney Blunt reports on how Canadian police were tipped off by the FBI and Interpol. Redmond Shannon reports on the airstrikes targeting infrastructure in the Middle East, as Israel assassinates Iranian intelligence minister Esmail Khatib. Heidi Petracek reports on the people caught in the war's crossfire. U.S. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has been a longtime skeptic of war with Iran, but Jackson Proskow explains how she's now facing uncomfortable questions about President Donald Trump's decision to start the war with Iran. In Montreal, Touria Izri explains why police have now charged the owner of a building where seven people died in a March 2023 fire. Heather Yourex-West looks at who will no longer be eligible for medical assistance in dying (MAID) in Alberta, as the government tables new legislation. Plus, shine bright like a diamond: Venezuela has captured its first ever World Baseball Classic title by beating the U.S. in a thrilling championship game. Eric Sorensen explains how the tournament has boosted the sport's global popularity, and how Venezuelans are celebrating during a period of political uncertainty in their country.
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Joe Kent has resigned as the director of the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center over President Donald Trump's war on Iran. Jackson Proskow explains why Kent says the war is unnecessary, and whom he's blaming for pressuring the U.S. to enter the conflict. Redmond Shannon reports on how Iran is not backing down despite its weakened regime and the relentless attacks from the U.S. and Israel. Eric Sorensen looks at how Trump is finding himself in an increasingly tough predicament as he struggles to find an exit from the war. Heather Yourex-West explains how the war has renewed Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's push for a pipeline to B.C.'s coast. Touria Izri looks at the fears Trump is setting his sights on Cuba after suggesting he could do anything he wants with the country. Mackenzie Gray explains why a new report from the Canada Energy Regulator is raising concerns about the country's ability to meet its net-zero emissions goals. Mike Armstrong reports on the severe storm that left hundreds of thousands of people in Quebec without electricity. Plus, a putt above the rest: Melissa Ridgen introduces you to the self-taught Canadian golfer who swung his way into the PGA Tour.
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U.S. President Donald Trump is pressuring allies to help police the Strait of Hormuz as his war on Iran rages on. Candice Cole reports on Trump's warning to NATO, and how allies, including Canada, are responding. Heather Yourex-West has a reality check on Canada's promise to quickly ramp up oil production to help lower prices, and what provincial governments could do instead. Meta is reportedly about to shrink its workforce to offset spending on artificial intelligence. Touria Izri looks at why some economists don't believe this narrative, and what job cuts mean for young people searching for work. David Akin looks at how Ottawa is ramping up spending on space-related projects. Plus, red, white and Oscar gold: Heidi Petracek reports on the Canadians who won big on Hollywood's biggest night.
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No talks, no trust, and no off ramps between the U.S. and Iran, as the conflict in the Middle East enters its third week. Plus, Prime Minister Mark Carney's push for 'middle powers' at the Canada-Nordic summit. And the ongoing research to help those still suffering from Long COVID.
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With a new wave of U.S. bombardments on Iran's military sites, along with a fresh deployment of troops, U.S. President Trump deflects questions on how far the war will go. Plus, the conflict's impact on vacation plans as the rising cost of oil sends airfares soaring. And how a four-legged postmaster in a small B.C. community may help keep a rural post office open.
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