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Trump Demands Ownership Stake to Permit Gordie Howe Bridge Opening
Washington D.C., Tuesday, 10 February 2026.
President Trump has threatened to block the imminent opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge unless the U.S. is granted shared ownership of the asset. This ultimatum introduces significant uncertainty to North American trade logistics, as the White House demands equity in the $6.4 billion infrastructure project despite the fact that the Canadian government funded the entire construction cost.
Italy Cites Constitutional Conflicts in Refusal to Join Trump’s Board of Peace
Rome, Sunday, 8 February 2026.
Rome formally rejected the invitation due to ‘insurmountable’ constitutional conflicts regarding state equality, marking a significant diplomatic setback as the administration prepares for the board’s inaugural February 19 summit.