Eve of peace talks; Airlines scale back; Ontario jet flip-flop; Monkey love

Eve of peace talks; Airlines scale back; Ontario jet flip-flop; Monkey love

Author: Global News April 20, 2026 Duration: 26:42
High-stakes talks on ending the war on Iran will get underway tomorrow in Islamabad. Candice Cole reports on what U.S. President Donald Trump says he's prepared to do if Iran doesn't accept his deal; and what Iran's chief negotiator says the U.S. must do. Heather Yourex-West reports on the looming jet fuel shortage in Europe that could upend Canadians' travel plans. Lexy Benedict explains why the Ontario government is now selling the ⁠second-hand private jet⁠ purchased for Premier Doug Ford's use to travel provincewide. Grace Ke reports from the gathering held in Vancouver today, exactly one year after the deadly attack at the Lapu Lapu festival. Katherine Ward speaks with the Canadian surgeon on a mission to transform how medical teams manage liver injuries. Eric Sorensen explains why the future of LIV Golf is in doubt. Plus, monkey love: Heidi Petracek tells you about Yuji, the baby monkey in Mexico capturing worldwide attention for its adorable attachment to a special stuffed animal friend; and how these tiny primates find a spot in the hearts of humans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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