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Why Canadian PM Justin Trudeau is single again

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3 years ago

August 3, 2023

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife, Sophie, announced their separation, bringing an end to their 18-year marriage.

The unexpected announcement comes after the couple had been open about the challenges in their relationship, and they were seen less frequently together in public over the past few years.

Justin Trudeau, aged 51, and Sophie Gregoire Trudeau, aged 48, were married in May 2005 and have three children, aged 15, 14, and nine. Trudeau has previously spoken fondly of his wife, calling her his “rock, partner, and best friend.” The separation holds historical significance for Trudeau, as his father, former Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau, also separated from his wife, Margaret, during his time in office in 1977.

“Personal crisis”

The separation comes as a personal crisis for Prime Minister Trudeau, who has emphasized the importance of family life. It follows a recent cabinet shuffle aimed at boosting the fortunes of his Liberal Party, which has been trailing in the polls. Despite the separation, Trudeau is determined to lead the Liberals into the next election, scheduled for October 2025.

Both Justin and Sophie shared the announcement on their respective Instagram accounts, expressing that the decision was reached after meaningful and difficult conversations.

They signed a legal agreement and will focus on raising their children together. Sophie will move into separate accommodation in Ottawa but plans to spend time with the children at the prime minister’s official residence, Rideau Cottage, to provide them with a normal upbringing.

Sophie Gregoire Trudeau, known for advocating gender equality, met Justin Trudeau in 2003 when she was working as a reporter. The couple quickly became media darlings, attracting attention from around the world. However, in recent years, they had limited joint appearances, indicating the challenges they faced in their marriage.

The announcement marks a significant chapter in the lives of the Trudeau family and has drawn attention from the public and media alike.

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Iran live updates: Trump Says Iran strikes to continue for four to five weeks

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21 hours ago

March 2, 2026

Ahron Young

What’s happening in the Middle East?

President Donald Trump says Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed, with Iran now entering a transitional period under a three man leadership council
Trump says U.S. strikes on Iran could last four to five weeks, outlining objectives including destroying missile capabilities, dismantling Iran’s navy and preventing it from obtaining a nuclear weapon
The U.S. military confirms four American service members have been killed, and the White House says U.S. forces have destroyed and sunk nine Iranian naval ships
Iran says it sees “no limit” to its right to self defence and will not negotiate, as missile and drone attacks continue across Israel and Gulf states
More than 500 Iranians have been killed in U.S. and Israeli strikes, with additional deaths reported in Lebanon, Israel and the UAE
Shipping, aviation and energy markets have been disrupted, Qatar has halted LNG production, UAE stock markets have closed temporarily, and oil and gas prices have surged

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Israel strikes Tehran anew as conflict escalates and global markets react

Israel strikes Tehran after Khamenei’s death; U.S. warns of prolonged conflict as tensions escalate in the Middle East.

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21 hours ago

March 2, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Israel strikes Tehran after Khamenei’s death; U.S. warns of prolonged conflict as tensions escalate in the Middle East.

Israel has launched a new wave of strikes on Tehran, following the reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei. U.S. President Donald Trump has warned the campaign could last up to a month, framing the operation as a move to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear capabilities.

Iran has retaliated with missile attacks, while its Revolutionary Guards claim responsibility for assaults on oil tankers in the Gulf. The escalating hostilities are already disrupting global shipping lanes and air travel, sending shockwaves through international markets.

With reports of the first U.S. casualties emerging and Washington declaring the Tehran operation a success, tensions across the Middle East are intensifying rapidly. The question now is how far this conflict could spread — and at what cost.

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U.S. and Israel strike Iran as missiles hit Gulf bases and oil surges

U.S. and Israel launch major military operation against Iran; tensions rise as conflict escalates, impacting global markets.

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2 days ago

March 1, 2026

Ahron Young

U.S. and Israel launch major military operation against Iran; tensions rise as conflict escalates, impacting global markets.

The United States and Israel have launched a sweeping military operation against Iran, striking leadership targets and more than 500 military sites in what President Trump has dubbed Operation Epic Fury.

Explosions have rocked Tehran, with civilians fleeing the capital as U.S. sea and air assets carry out sustained attacks. Washington says the mission is designed to prevent a nuclear armed Iran and has even called on Iranians to rise up against the regime.

Iran has retaliated with a barrage of missiles and drones targeting Israel and U.S. bases across the region, including in Qatar, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. While many projectiles were intercepted, a U.S. base in Bahrain sustained damage.

Gulf states long seen as stable hubs for global business are now directly in the firing line, raising fears of a wider regional war.

Oil prices are climbing and tankers are diverting from the Strait of Hormuz as markets react to the escalating conflict. U.S. aircraft carriers, advanced fighter jets and missile destroyers remain in position, signalling more strikes could follow.

With global leaders scrambling diplomatically, the world is watching to see whether this spirals further or shifts back to negotiations.