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Sunday, April 5, 2026 · 162 stories
The U.S. President issued a threat to Iran on social media, demanding the opening of a strategic waterway. A missing U.S. airman was rescued in a separate development.
Aid organizations report the war in the Middle East has severely disrupted global supply chains, delaying food and medicine deliveries to millions. Key shipping routes like the Strait of Hormuz are closed, forcing costlier alternative transport and causing aid stockpiles to dwindle. The United Nations describes this as the most significant supply chain disruption since COVID, with delays and cost increases threatening humanitarian operations worldwide.
A motorcyclist died after striking a vehicle in Scarborough's Oakridge neighbourhood near Danforth and Byng Avenues on Sunday afternoon. Toronto police are investigating the collision, which occurred just after 3 p.m., and photos from the scene show a motorcycle wedged under a sedan.
A U.S. fighter jet crashed in Iranian territory, marking the first such incident since the conflict began. The United States has rescued the second crew member, a colonel who sustained injuries but is expected to recover. Iran claims another U.S. aircraft involved in the rescue operation was downed in Isfahan province.
The U.S. has threatened to strike Iranian infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened by Tuesday. This follows the rescue of a U.S. aviator, details of which have recently emerged.
U.S. President Donald Trump has renewed threats to escalate military action against Iran, warning of attacks on Iranian infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. This has heightened market uncertainty, with oil prices hovering around $110 per barrel and concerns that prolonged conflict could further disrupt global energy supplies and economic stability.
U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a social media threat to destroy Iran's power plants and bridges if it does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz to all shipping by a Tuesday deadline. The closure of the strait has led to rising global oil prices and fears of higher inflation. The threat follows the rescue of a second U.S. crew member from a downed fighter jet in Iran, amid ongoing military exchanges between the U.S., Israel, and Iran.
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to attack civilian infrastructure in Iran, including bridges and power plants, if Iran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz by his Monday deadline. The strait, a key global shipping route, has seen traffic halted since U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran began in late February. Trump set the 10-day deadline on March 26 and stated that negotiations are ongoing, while Iran has vowed to escalate if its infrastructure is targeted.
Israeli strikes across Lebanon, including in Beirut's southern suburbs and southern regions, have killed at least 14 people and wounded 39 others. The attacks follow Israeli threats against Lebanon's main border crossing with Syria, which has been closed, and come amid a ground invasion and ongoing air strikes that Lebanese authorities say have killed over 1,400 people and displaced more than 1.2 million since early March.
The Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly considering coaching candidates for next season as they aim to return to competitive form. The team's ownership and management appear focused on pursuing experienced coaches to lead the organization.
Edmonton Oilers forward Trent Frederic commented on late-game exchanges during a match against the Vegas Golden Knights, noting that players joked about high salaries and jealousy.
Storm Dave caused damage at Durham's Riverside ground in Chester-le-Street, with scaffolding holding a sightscreen blown over and a wheeled cover blown into a stand. The third day of the County Championship match between Durham and Kent was called off due to water on the pitch, with spectators allowed in after cleanup but no play occurring.