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Rob Gillies

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Chief of Bureau for The Associated Press in Canada.

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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
BEIRUT (AP) — Multiple Israeli airstrikes hit central Beirut hours after US and Iran announce ceasefire.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
JERUSALEM (AP) — Netanyahu says Israel backs U.S. ceasefire with Iran but that deal doesn't cover fighting against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Pro-government demonstrators in Iran's capital scream: 'Death to America, death to Israel, death to compromisers!'
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Abu Dhabi officials say its Habshan gas-processing facility is ablaze after earlier reporting incoming Iranian fire.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli military official says the country is still attacking Iran, after White House said Israel agreed to ceasefire.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
WASHINGTON (AP) — Trump pulls back on his Iran threats for two weeks, subject to Iran agreeing to ceasefire and to reopen Strait of Hormuz.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan's prime minister urges Trump to extend Iran deadline and for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz for two weeks.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
“Once he actually starts having to administer the country, the Trump problem, the American problem, is just inconceivable,” historian Robert Bothwell said. “It’s like being handed a sack full of rabid beavers.” apnews.com/article/cana...
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Trump's trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada's election
U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada’s election and dramatically improved the fortunes of the Liberal Party, which could win a fourth consecutive term in ...
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
“If you are into two-party competition for the foreseeable future, then you have to be much closer to the center of the political spectrum than the Conservatives have been,” said Ian Brodie, ex-chief of staff to Harper, noting a new leader might be needed. apnews.com/article/cana...
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Trump's trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada's election
U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada’s election and dramatically improved the fortunes of the Liberal Party, which could win a fourth consecutive term in ...
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
“At least 40% of the electorate is just petrified about the continued existence of the country,” said Ian Brodie, Harper’s ex chief of staff. “It is a once-in-a-lifetime lineup of forces that works against everything Pierre been doing since he got himself into politics.” apnews.com/article/cana...
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Trump's trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada's election
U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada’s election and dramatically improved the fortunes of the Liberal Party, which could win a fourth consecutive term in ...
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
TORONTO (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada’s election and improved the fortunes of the Liberal Party, which could win a fourth consecutive term in power next week. apnews.com/article/cana...
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Trump's trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada's election
U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada’s election and dramatically improved the fortunes of the Liberal Party, which could win a fourth consecutive term in ...
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
Days before Canada's election, Trump insists that Canada needs the US more than the US needs it apnews.com/article/auto...
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Days before Canada's election, Trump insists that Canada needs the US more than the US needs it
President Donald Trump says Canada would “cease to exist” if it weren’t for the United States. Wednesday's comments came just days before Canadians are set to vote in an election dominated by Trump’s ...
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
Former U.S. Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson called it “extraordinary” that a country would choose a foreigner to head its central bank, and that it’s a mark of how admired Carney is. “He is calm and cool in a crisis,” Paulson said. apnews.com/article/mark...
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Trump's tough talk might help Liberal Mark Carney win a full term as Canada's prime minister
The former central banker appeared destined to become one of Canada’s shortest-serving prime ministers until Donald Trump picked a fight with the U.S.’s northern neighbor.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
“The Trumpy hectoring of people, the slogans, the big rallies — like it all just seems like so Trump,” Kory Teneycke said. “His style and his approach to politics certainly channel a lot of Trump. It’s like a cheap karaoke version of Trump." apnews.com/article/cana...
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Conservative Poilievre seemed poised to be Canada's next leader. Then Trump declared economic war
Until a few months ago, Pierre Poilievre was seen as a shoo-in to become Canada’s next prime minister and shepherd his Conservative Party back into power for the first time in a decade.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
AP wins reinstatement to White House events after judge rules government can’t bar its journalists apnews.com/article/trum...
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AP wins reinstatement to White House events after judge rules government can’t bar its journalists
A federal judge has ordered the White House to restore The Associated Press’ full access to cover presidential events.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — AP wins reinstatement to White House events after judge rules government can’t bar its journalists, citing 1st Amendment.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
NEW YORK (AP) — S&P 500 drops 6% and Dow plunges 2,200 to close the worst week since 2020 after China retaliates against Trump's tariffs.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
NEW YORK (AP) — Dow drops 1,680 in its biggest wipeout since 2020 as fears of fallout from tariffs shake markets and S&P 500 sinks 4.8%.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
NEW YORK (AP) — Dow drops 1,150 points as US stocks see the biggest declines in a global sell-off following Trump's latest tariff volley.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate passed a resolution Wednesday night that would thwart President Donald Trump’s ability to impose tariffs on Canada, delivering him a rare rebuke just hours after the president unveiled sweeping plans to clamp down on international trade.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — White House says Trump tariffs won’t add onto existing taxes on imports of steel, aluminum and autos.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — White House says existing tariffs on trade from Canada and Mexico are unchanged by new Trump order.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 30/03/2025
Some Americans are still appreciative of what Canadians in Gander, Newfoundland did for stranded Americans after 9/11 …
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 29/03/2025
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Control tower at Myanmar's Naypyitaw International Airport collapsed in earthquake, satellite photos analyzed by AP show.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
“For anyone who thinks the Associated Press’s lawsuit against President Trump’s White House is about the name of a body of water, think bigger,” Julie Pace, the AP’s executive editor. “It’s really about whether the government can control what you say.” apnews.com/article/ap-t...
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The AP and the Trump administration are due back in court in their fight over White House access
The Associated Press and Trump administration are due back in court in their fight over access to presidential events.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 16/03/2025
New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney seeks alliances in Europe as he deals with Trump apnews.com/article/carn...
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New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney seeks alliances in Europe as he deals with Trump
New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is heading to Paris and London to seek alliances as he deals U.S.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 16/03/2025
New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney seeks alliances in Europe as he deals with Trump apnews.com/article/carn...
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New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney seeks alliances in Europe as he deals with Trump
New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is heading to Paris and London to seek alliances as he deals U.S.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
“This is Wayne Gretzky — the best-known and best-regarded Canadian in my life time. Since the early 80’s this guy has been Canadian like a beaver and maple syrup,” Teneycke said. “He’s absolutely iconic, and he would be booed if he took center ice at any NHL game apnews.com/article/trum...
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Donald Trump is reviving the fortunes of governments and leaders that talk tough against him
Canada’s governing Liberal Party appeared poised for a historic election defeat this year. Then Donald Trump declared economic war and threatened to annex the entire country.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
“Trump is like a flaming freight train that is igniting everything in its path,” Kory Teneycke said. “It’s not just a big thing. It’s almost the only thing that is moving the electorate right now.”https://apnews.com/article/trump-world-leaders-popularity-5a753bea79dc8169ad0a92e37ed6d665
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Donald Trump is reviving the fortunes of governments and leaders that talk tough against him
Canada’s governing Liberal Party appeared poised for a historic election defeat this year. Then Donald Trump declared economic war and threatened to annex the entire country.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
Canada’s governing Liberal Party appeared poised for a historic election defeat this year. Then Trump declared economic war and threatened to annex the entire country as a 51st state. Now the Canadian Liberals and their new prime minister could come out on top. apnews.com/article/trum...
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Donald Trump is reviving the fortunes of governments and leaders that talk tough against him
Canada’s governing Liberal Party appeared poised for a historic election defeat this year. Then Donald Trump declared economic war and threatened to annex the entire country.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
The surge in Canadian nationalism has bolstered the Liberal Party’s chances in Parliamentary elections that are expected within days or weeks, and Liberal showings have been improving steadily in opinion polls.
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Canada to name a new leader while dealing with Trump trade war
Former central banker Mark Carney looks set to become Canada’s next prime minister after the governing Liberals announce a replacement for Justin Trudeau on Sunday. U.S.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
NEW YORK (AP) — US stocks drop again as companies warn that Trump tariffs likely mean higher prices for consumers, lower sales.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — Trump orders pausing of US military aid for Ukraine after Oval Office blowup, pressuring Zelenskyy on Russia talks.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks slump on Wall Street and Dow drops 650 as Trump says 25% tariffs on Mexican, Canadian imports will start Tuesday.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
NEW YORK (AP) U.S. stocks are falling sharply Monday after President Donald Trump said tariffs he had earlier announced on Canada and Mexico will take effect at the end of the night. That dashed Wall Street’s hopes Trump would choose a less painful path for global trade
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday that 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada will start Tuesday, sparking renewed fears of a North American trade war.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — Trump wants 'immediate' ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, warns Zelenskyy to make peace or lose US support.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — Zelenskyy left White House without signing US-Ukraine critical minerals deal Trump had demanded.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — Trump cuts short talks with Ukraine’s Zelenskyy after Oval Office blow up.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — Trump, Vance call Zelenskyy 'disrespectful' in Oval Office meeting, as Ukrainian leader asks for US security commitment.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
SANTA FE, New Mexico (AP) — Gene Hackman, wife and their dog found dead in their New Mexico home, authorities say.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 26/01/2025
BOGOTÁ, Colombia (AP) — Colombian president orders increase of import tariffs on US goods in retaliation to similar order from President Trump.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 26/01/2025
BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Trump orders tariffs, visa restrictions imposed on Colombia in retaliation for not accepting 2 deportation flights.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 25/01/2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — Pete Hegseth narrowly confirmed as Trump's defense secretary, with Vice President JD Vance casting the tiebreaking vote.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — Oath Keepers' Rhodes, convicted of sedition for Jan. 6 attack, visits Capitol Hill after clemency and meets lawmakers.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — Trump administration directs all federal diversity, equity and inclusion staff be put on leave, plans to lay them off.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 21/01/2025
“We are going to target Republican held areas. They are going to feel the pain,” Ford said. “A message to the countries around the world: if Trump wants to use Canada as an example you are up next.” apnews.com/article/us-t...
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Trudeau says Canada will respond to US tariffs as Ontario's premier says Trump 'declared war'
Canada’s outgoing prime minister and the leader of the country’s oil rich province of Alberta are confident Canada can avoid the 25% tariffs President Donald Trump says he will impose on Canada and Me...
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 20/01/2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vivek Ramaswamy will not serve in Trump's new Department of Government Efficiency, the White House says.
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 20/01/2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump takes oath of office as nation's 47th president promising 'revolution of common sense.'
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Rob Gillies @rgillies.bsky.social · 20/01/2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — Biden, in final act in office, issues pardons to his family members, due to 'unrelenting attacks' from Trump and allies.
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