Sunday's top stories in 10 minutes

US President Donald Trump takes off for the Middle East today. The United States and China have reached an agreement on trade. Ontario hospitals have spent billions of dollars at private staffing agencies over the last decade.  The Kurdistan Workers' Party says it intends to disarm and disband in Turkey.  Nova Scotia family still struggling to complete insurance claim 2.5 years after Hurricane Fiona hit their house.   Ontario’s car dealership regulator warns odometre fraud is on the rise, as used vehicle sales rise in face of US tariffs.

Pope Leo gives first Sunday address at the Vatican.Russian President Vladimir Putin says he wants direct peace talks with Ukraine.Fragile ceasefire between India and Pakistan appears to be holding.Final preparations are now underway for the annual Eurovision Song contest.Alberta First Nation celebrates return of midwives to the community.

India and Pakistan agree to ceasefire, ending weeks of deadly hostilities between the two nuclear powersUkraine says it's prepared to begin a ceasefire starting Monday but Russia has yet to follow suit.Romanians take to the streets to show their support for remaining in the European Union.Canada prepares to negotiate a new trade deal with the U.S.Mayor of Newark, New Jersey released from custody after he was arrested during a protest at a migrant detention centre. Organization that advocates for the replacement of the British Monarch in Canada is objecting to the invitation offered by PM Mark Carney to have King Charles open the next session of Parliament later this month. U2's Bono celebrates his 65th birthday

Russian President Vladimir Putin portrays war in Ukraine as a battle against fascism, during Victory Day commemorations. Danish Prime Minister says "you cannot spy against an ally" after US intelligence agencies were reportedly ordered to gather information about Greenland's independence movement. Canadian defence experts questions whether armed ice breakers are sensible government policy. US vice-president JD Vance say India-Pakistan conflict is none of America's business. The benchmark price for a barrel of oil has gone down, and that has different implications for Canada and US. Pope Leo XIV holds first Mass at the Sistine Chapel.

India and Pakistan trade accusations of drone attacks overnight, thousands of people seek shelter in Kashmir. US President Donald Trump announces "full and comprehensive" trade deal with the United Kingdom.  Black smoke over the Vatican: 3 rounds of voting, but cardinals have not chosen a successor to Pope Francis. Yukon premier Ranj Pillai announces resignation in surprise political move. The U-K is commemorating V-E day with a service of National remembrance. Grieving mother in UK urges Canadian parents to take the threat of measles seriously. Canadian police warn toy guns can be mistaken for real ones when high school students take part in "senior assassin" games.

Pakistan responds to India's multiple strikes, International community pleads for restraint in Kashmir.  The doors of the Sistine Chapel locks behind 133 cardinals this morning as they begin conclave to choose new Pope.  Prime Minister Mark Carney to debrief premiers on his White House lunch with US President Donald Trump.  Former US President Joe Biden says he believes there is a greater threat now to democracy than at any time since the Second World War. CBC News and international partners have identified a key person behind a Mr. Deepfakes porn site is a Canadian pharmacist.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and US President Donald Trump about to meet in the midst of a trade war.  Conservative MPs regroup in Ottawa to discuss who could replace Pierre Poilievre in the House of Commons. Federal NDP taps Don Davies to take over as interim party leader.  Friedrich Merz becomes German Chancellor, after second round of voting.  Alleged sexual assault victim E.M. faces more cross examination at trial of 5 former World Junior hockey players.  Southwestern Ontario a hotspot for studying avian flu. 

US President Donald Trump threatens 100% tariff on foreign film industries, just ahead of his meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. Critics question the cost of the Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's trip to Mar-a-Lago back in January. Donald Trump directs Bureau of Prisons to rebuild the infamous Alcatraz prison. Canadians celebrated in the Netherlands as the two nations mark the end of the Second World War. Some of the biggest names in entertainment will be walking the red carpet tonight for the annual Met gala. 

Search for two young siblings in Pictou County, Nova Scotia enters third straight day.Donald Trump slams Canada's defence spending in rare, sit-down interview.Yemen's Houthis claim responsibility for a missile which landed near Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion airport.Romania re-runs critical election after November vote was annulled.The Netherlands marks Remembrance Day ahead of 80th anniversary of liberation from Nazis.Whale advocates want Canada to help Orcas stranded in France.

U.S. tariffs on auto parts kick in as ongoing U.S. trade war affects jobs in the United States.Australia's national broadcaster, ABC, projects incumbent Anthony Albanese, will win the country's general election.Conservative Party of Canada leader Pierre Poilevre to run in Alberta by-election after losing Ottawa-area seat in federal election.Canadian veterans in the Netherlands mark 80th anniversary of Liberation Day.