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Prime Minister Mark Carney waiting for Finland’s President Alexander Stubb in Ottawa, Ontario. (Reuters/File Photo) Canada’s close ties to the US were once a strength but have become a weakness, Prime Minister Mark Carney said Sunday, in a video message to his country in which he also praised the heroism of military leaders who fought against US invasion more than two centuries ago. Holding up a small toy soldier depiction of General Isaac Brock, the British military leader who died defending what is now Canada from a US invasion in the War of 1812, Carney said Canada can’t control the disruption coming from its US neighbours, and can’t bet its future on the hope that it will suddenly stop. “The situation today feels unique, but we’ve faced down threats like this before,” Carney said, referencing Brock and several other Canadian historical figures, including Chief Tecumseh who united Indigenous Nations across the Great Lakes to resist US expansion in 1812. Carney, who secured a parliamentary majority for his Liberal government last week, has said his electoral win will help him deal more effectively in the trade war started by US President Donald Trump. US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick slammed Canada as a difficult trading partner last week. Canada, which sends almost 70% of its exports to the US, is this year due to review the trilateral US-Mexico-Canada free trade treaty. US officials have suggested they want major changes to the pact. As well as imposing tariffs on Canadian exports such as steel, aluminium and autos, Trump has repeatedly mused about annexing Canada and turning it into the 51st US state. Carney’s office did not immediately respond to questions about why he had released the video now and why he had praised figures who resisted US expansionism. Carney said he plans to give regular addresses to Canadians in the weeks and months ahead to update them on what his government is doing to grow Canada’s economy and defend its sovereignty. “It’s our country, it’s our future, we are taking back control,” he said. Related Story…
Al Rayyan beat Kuwait’s Al Qadsia 2-0 at Ahmed Bin Ali Stadium in the semi-final Sunday. Al Rayyan booked their place in the final of the Gulf Champions League for Clubs after defeating Kuwait’s Al Qadsia 2-0 at Ahmed bin Ali Stadium in the semi-final Sunday. Goals from Roger Guedes in the 17th minute and Aleksandar Mitrovic in the 50th sealed a deserved victory as Al Rayyan produced a controlled and confident performance to advance to the title decider. Al Rayyan asserted their dominance early through high pressing and sustained attacking pressure, opening the scoring when Abdulaziz Hatem delivered a precise pass to Guedes, who drove into the penalty area before unleashing a powerful shot into the net. The home side continued to threaten and created several chances, but the first half ended with Al Rayyan holding a narrow one-goal advantage. After the break, Al Rayyan maintained their momentum and doubled their lead from a corner taken by Khalid Ali. The ball rebounded off the goalkeeper and Mitrovic reacted quickest to finish from close range in the 50th minute. Al Rayyan then managed the game effectively, preserving their lead for the remainder of the match to secure progression to the final. They will now face Saudi Arabia’s Al Shabab, who advanced to the final after defeating Iraq’s Zakho SC 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in regular and extra time in the other semi-final at Khalifa International Stadium. Related…
Swiss rider Nadja Peter Steiner stole the spotlight on the opening day of second tour of HH The Father Amir’s Prix at Al Shaqab Thursday, clinching victory in the CSI5 1.50m Faults and Time class with a superb clear round aboard Nice Van’T Zorgvliet. Steiner guided the BWP mare to the fastest time of 59.30 seconds to claim the top prize of €14,250. Italy’s Emanuele Gaudiano finished a close second with Esteban de Hus after also jumping clear in 59.54 seconds, while Saudi Arabia’s Abdulrahman Alrajhi completed the podium with a faultless round on Ventago in 60.35 seconds. Germany’s Philipp Weishaupt took fourth place with Chaquitos PS in 61.59 seconds, and Qatar’s Sheikh Ali Khalid al-Thani rounded out the top five with Marco Monet after stopping the clock at 61.61 seconds. There was success for Qatar in the CSI5 Two Phases 1.40m, as Mohammed al-Baker guided Dukhan 3 to victory. After a clear opening phase, al-Baker produced a rapid second phase in 23.68 seconds. Fellow Qatari Ghanim Nasser al-Qadi followed in second with Isis in 24.61 seconds, while France’s Megane Moissonnier finished third aboard Chacarija PS in 24.86 seconds. Rashid Towaim Ali al-Marri ensured another home presence in fourth with Navaronne in 24.97 seconds, and American rider Eve Jobs completed the top five with Kannandillo in 25.32 seconds. “Winning here at Al Shaqab means a lot,” said al-Baker. “Riding at home, you really feel the support from the crowd, and Dukhan 3 was with me all the way today. We stayed focused in both phases, and I’m pleased with how he responded and how the round came together.” At CSI3 level, Emanuele Gaudiano dominated the Two Phases 1.40m class, taking first and third place. The Italian topped aboard Diarouge Blue PS with a double-clear round in 24.35 seconds, while he finishing third with Equine America Ivanhoe GPH in 25.83 seconds. Compatriot Roberto Previtali on Diasandro Blue cams second in 25.79 seconds. The CSI3 Special Two-Phase saw Egypt’s Ismail Osama El Borai take top honours on Incredible Z after posting a clear second phase in 26.86 seconds. Fellow Egyptian Mustafa Saed followed in second with Kalliope LVP Z in 28.69 seconds, while Saudi Arabia’s Mohammed Alasaker finished third aboard Scoobylensky Theyss in 29.19 seconds. El Borai said the victory marked a breakthrough. “Last week I was very close, but something always went wrong, so to start this weekend with a win in the first competition feels amazing. It was also my first five-star class this evening, so it’s a positive start. Incredible Z was excellent today – he’s a very careful horse and very quick, so when we put in a good round, we’re usually right there on the podium.” Saudi riders led the CSI3 Faults and Time 1.25m, with Bader Alfard taking first place aboard Kimberly in 58.61 seconds. Mohammed Alasaker followed closely in second with Tinto de Nuit Z in 58.77 seconds, while Qatar’s Suhaim Hamad al-Yafei secured third place on Flash du Puits in 59.31 seconds. In the CSI1 Special Two-Phase, Qatar’s Ali Omar al-Ansari claimed victory aboard Nikita Eindeken Z in 28.48 seconds. Prince Mohamed al-Saud finished second for Saudi Arabia with Haroon in 30.12 seconds, and Salem Balharith completed the podium on Lovina in 30.94 seconds. Egypt’s Abdallah Haitham topped the CSI1 Faults and Time 1.20m, after producing a clear round on Consagros in 54.53 seconds. Qatar’s Ibrahim Yousuf al-Mahmoud finished second with Perle Van Dorperheide in 55.87 seconds, while Saudi Arabia’s Mohammed Aldalaan claimed third aboard Sarina Del Valle in 56.31 seconds. In the National Competition Optimum Time 0.60m, Qatar’s Almaha Mansoor al-Sulaitin took first place with Brooklyn, finishing just 0.09 seconds inside the optimum time. Shamma al-Hitmi followed in second on Zorro Z with a 0.31-second difference, while Abdullah Bahamdan placed third with Irbal at 0.32 seconds. Competition continues today across all arenas as the programme builds toward two major highlights: the CSI5 1.55m class with a jump-off and the first CSI5 Six Bars class of the Tour, a crowd-favourite format expected to draw strong interest. The Tour concludes tomorrow with Grand Prix Day across categories, featuring the CSI5 1.60m Grand Prix, the CSI3 1.50m Grand Prix and the CSI1 1.30m Grand Prix, all decided by jump-off. Related Story Source link
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