A war of the words erupted between the U.S and the G7 allies just hours after they showcased a united front at the end of the summit this weekend.
What is a G7 summit?
G7 which stands for group of 7, it is a group consisting of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. These countries, have the seven largest advanced economies in the world, and represent more than 62% of the global net wealth ($280 trillion). The European union is also present at the summit. The summit was held in Quebec this weekend. An agreement between the world leaders must be signed, political advisers and draftsmen worked through two nights to form a combination of words that all sides could sign up to. However, after the agreement was signed Donald trump rescinded his signature due to something Justin Trudeau had said in his news conference.
Based on Justin’s false statements at his news conference, and the fact that Canada is charging massive Tariffs to our U.S. farmers, workers and companies, I have instructed our U.S. Reps not to endorse the Communique as we look at Tariffs on automobiles flooding the U.S. Market!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 9, 2018
What happened?
A migrant ship, Aquarius, holding just under 700 humans continues floating in the middle of the mediterranean. Italys leader of the right- wing league party, Matteo Salvini, who expressed his dedication, during the recent general election in cracking down on migration, revealed his efforts are serious. The iron fisted leader ensured that Italy closed its borders to the ship, however Italy is a key entry point for migrants from North Africa to Europe. Reports suggest the migrants most of which women and children, were picked up in 4 different rescue operations near Libya.
Among those saved were 123 unaccompanied minors, 11 younger children and seven pregnant women, SOS Méditerranée says.
"The Safest Port Is Yours": Italy's Interior Minister Blocks Migrant Ship, Hundreds Of North Africans Denied Entry https://t.co/uBHPQPMc08
— zerohedge (@zerohedge) June 10, 2018
The ship #Aquarius is still at sea, with 629 people, including 123 unaccompanied minors, 11 children & 7 pregnant women, rescued in the last days in Mediterranean. All European ports are closed to them.
It’s a shame. #StayHuman
— Valerio De Cesaris (@ValerioDeC) June 11, 2018
What happened?
Police have arrested 16 people in relation to Whatsapp broadcasts going viral in India causing hysteria regarding alleged child kidnappings. Two men were recently attacked to death from a mob in a local town, after suspicion arose amongst locals that these two men were involved in child kidnappings. The two men, Abijeet Nath and Nilotpal Das were merely stopping to ask for directions when a mob attacked them.
A video of the horrific attack went viral this weekend, one man was pleading for his life, as the two men were lynched to death. On Sunday, students and activists filled the streets of Guwahati to protest against the killings.
Ban @WhatsApp in India! It is causing violence and deaths here almost every other day https://t.co/LjsqAGKk4e
— NoToSilence (@akdwaaz) June 5, 2018
a transwoman gets beaten to death by a mob in Hyderabad on the basis of a fake whatsapp ……….tell me more about this great nation called India.https://t.co/0Dm93eiobt
— SANDIPAN MITRA (@SANDIPANMITRA6) May 27, 2018
Theresa May conveniently talks in hindsight regarding the victims of Grenfell tower, claiming she ‘regrets’ not visiting survivors and paying her respects when she could. Thursday marked the one year anniversary since the tragedy.
She continued: “What I did not do on that first visit was meet the residents and survivors who had escaped the blaze. But the residents of Grenfell Tower needed to know that those in power recognised and understood their despair. And I will always regret that by not meeting them that day, it seemed as though I didn’t care.”
Convenient to speak in hindsight, we divert your attention to how charity workers, volunteers, and community members who worked around the clock, to help survivors with clothing, food, accommodation, and emotional support, commemorated the anniversary.
Still don't think 72 people died in Grenfell, it was most likely 100s. And I'll never ever forgive the Government for lying about that.
— – (@Judiniho) June 6, 2018
Grenfell honestly has to be one of the worst things I have ever seen in my life. It’s a national disgrace and the fact that it could have easily been prevented in the RICHEST BOROUGH IN EUROPE just makes my blood boil.
— cba (@mrdamesi) June 6, 2018
I was one of the first police officers there. Nothing can prepare you for what my team and I saw and heard that night, but I know there was nothing more we could have done. @LondonFire were complete heroes in that tower. #grenfell
— Pat Leader (@afcPat415) June 6, 2018
Banners unveiled at top of Grenfell Tower ahead of anniversary https://t.co/wHevIV9Ghp pic.twitter.com/DobpyIyJN5
— Evening Standard (@standardnews) June 6, 2018
"Where were the 100 firefighters while Grenfell was burning?" is the turdiest of hot takes about the #knightsbridge fire.
They were there.
All night and all day. pic.twitter.com/yobMm1bhmj— Jim Gorillier (@Editordie) June 6, 2018
Hundreds of #Grenfell children struggling with mental health. 1 year on the govt is still failing this community. Dr says many children are regressing and showing signs of PTSD https://t.co/MBX8ydVbxk
— Diane Abbott (@HackneyAbbott) June 11, 2018
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