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Jul 28, 2026
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Donald Trump blames Canada for wildfire smoke — but global warming is loading the wildfire dice
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A firefighter stands next to burning trees as a wildfire rages outside Bordeaux, France, on July 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Emma Da Silva)
Donald Trump blames Canada for wildfire smoke — but global warming is loading the wildfire dice
Published: July 28, 2026 12.15pm EDT
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United States President Donald Trump has accused Canada of “wilful negligence” over wildfires, blaming its forest management, threatening tariffs and floating demands for compensation. His argument is absurd.
Smoke does not carry a passport. Wildfires are burning across several countries, causing evacu…
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