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The FBI warns of a potential Iranian drone attack on the U.S. West Coast, amid rising threats from Mexican cartels and sleeper cells in North America.
A coordinated military assault by the U.S. and Israel on Iran has escalated tensions, prompting Iranian missile retaliation and fears of a prolonged conflict.
The closure of Canada's Beaver Brook antimony mine by a Chinese company poses significant national security risks and highlights the geopolitical struggle over critical mineral resources.
Jason Pack explores how Jeffrey Epstein's manipulation of power and connections led to a cover-up of his crimes by both government and media, revealing a complex intelligence logic.
Recent synagogue shootings in Toronto coincide with the suspected murder of Iranian dissident Masood Masjoody, raising concerns about transnational repression and security for diaspora communities in Canada.
The Toronto police corruption case reveals connections between Brian Da Costa and Gurpreet Singh, highlighting the infiltration of drug cartels into Canadian law enforcement and the drug trade.
Bobby Shah's lab was under RCMP scrutiny since 2020, raising concerns about Canadian law enforcement's handling of fentanyl trafficking investigations and cooperation with US agencies.
The rise of Olympic athlete Ryan Wedding to a Sinaloa Cartel operative reflects systemic failures in Canada, as explained by former RCMP officer Garry Clement.
A Montreal narco network has been arrested for exporting carfentanil and other synthetic opioids to the U.S., revealing a significant threat from new psychoactive substances.
A former U.S. Air Force pilot was arrested for training Chinese military pilots, exposing a deeper espionage network linked to a notorious Chinese spy.
The blog post examines the collapse of prosecutions against a Chinese organized crime network involved in fentanyl trafficking in Richmond, B.C., highlighting systemic failures in Canada's drug enforcement efforts.
A Chinese Communist Party official's meeting with Canadian leaders raises concerns about the party's intelligence operations and influence in foreign politics.
The post analyzes the U.S.-Israel campaign in Iran and its potential implications for Taiwan amid Xi Jinping's leadership vulnerabilities and military ambitions.
Hytera Communications was fined $50 million for stealing Motorola's technology, intensifying scrutiny of its operations in Canada amid U.S.-China security tensions.
David Taylor's recent arrest for espionage is linked to his role in a discussion with AIIB President Jin Liqun, raising concerns about Chinese influence in the UK.
Speculation arises in an op-ed that PM Mark Carney may appoint floor-crossing MP Michael Ma as Canada's ambassador to China, raising concerns about political implications.
The murder of activist Masood Masjoody has sparked fears of Iranian regime intimidation within Canada's Iranian community, prompting calls for a broader investigation into foreign influence.
A Canadian court ruling supports a journalist's report on Create Abundance, a group with alleged CCP ties, emphasizing the public interest in the associated murder case.
Closing debate on Bill C-9 threatens to undermine religious freedoms in Canada, prompting concerns from various faith organizations about potential overreach and erosion of constitutional rights.
Canada's refugee chief faced intense questioning over the IRB's handling of Iranian asylum claims and the secrecy surrounding a suspected Iranian regime official's deportation hearing.
Charges against two Calgary residents for trafficking fentanyl were dropped, reflecting ongoing issues in prosecuting major narcotics cases in Canada.
Life in Tel Aviv continues with surprising normalcy amid the war with Iran, as Adam Zivo explores the psychological resilience of its people and the broader geopolitical implications.
Three men, including a Labour MP's husband, were arrested for alleged spying for China, raising concerns amid a national security crisis in the UK.
The shooting at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto highlights escalating fears of retaliatory violence linked to the Iran war and potential threats from Iranian operatives.