Amid the ongoing bitterness between India and Canada over claims made by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, hackers calling themselves the Indian Cyber Force have claimed to have targeted&nbsp;the Canadian Armed Forces' official website.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The group, which does not have any formal links to New Delhi, claimed on messaging app Telegram that it had taken down the&nbsp;www.forces.ca website. One of the messages shared showed a screenshot of an error page with the message "#f*** Canada".&nbsp;

The cyberattack, according to experts, is believed to be a&nbsp;“distributed denial of service” (DDoS) assault aimed at sending a message to the Canadian government.&nbsp;

DDoS attacks are typically short-lived, lasting hours or days at most.

Most hacking groups, masquerading as internet activists, use&nbsp;DDoS attacks as a method to draw attention to themselves rather than a serious effort to cause damage.

Daniel Le Bouthillier, head of media relations at the Department of National Defence told Canadian media that the 'disruption' started around noon on Wednesday (Sep 27) before "it was rectified" later in the day.&nbsp;

Bouthillier didn't provide further details but added,&nbsp;“We have no indication of broader impacts to our systems."

The Canadian Forces – which represent all military operations for Canada, including the navy, special command groups, air, and space operations – are investigating the issue.&nbsp;

Notably, a week prior to the&nbsp;alleged hacking attempt, the group had posted a message, hinting at the cyber job.

“Get ready to feel the power of IndianCyberForce attacks will be launching on Canada cyber space… it’s for the mess your started," read the message.&nbsp;

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<h2>Diplomatic tussle between Ottawa and New Delhi</h2>

The diplomatic tussle between India and Canada started after Trudeau addressed an emergency parliament session wherein he claimed his government had "credible allegations" that Indian government "agents" had undertaken the murder assignment of Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar.&nbsp;

Nijjar&nbsp;was shot&nbsp;dead on June 18 by two unidentified men in the parking lot of Guru Nanak Gurdwara Sahib in Surrey, Canada. According to Indian security agencies, he was involved in the Khalistan separatist movement and had gained Canadian citizenship despite forging his identity.&nbsp;

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Since then, the two countries have been going back and forth on the issue with New Delhi keeping Ottawa at arm's length and giving swift diplomatic checks, every once in a while.&nbsp;

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Amid the ongoing bitterness between India and Canada over claims made by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, hackers calling themselves the Indian Cyber Force have claimed to have targeted the Canadian Armed Forces' official website.

Amid the ongoing bitterness between India and Canada over claims made by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, hackers calling themselves the Indian Cyber Force have claimed to have targeted the Canadian Armed Forces' official website. The group, which does not have any formal links to New Delhi, claimed on messaging app Telegram that it had taken down the www.forces.ca website. One of the messages shared showed a screenshot of an error page with the message "#f*** Canada". The cyberattack, according to experts, is believed to be a “distributed denial of service” (DDoS) assault aimed at sending a message to the Canadian government. DDoS attacks are typically short-lived, lasting hours or days at most. Most hacking groups, masquerading as internet activists, use DDoS attacks as a method to draw attention to themselves rather than a serious effort to cause damage. Daniel Le Bouthillier, head of media relations at the Department of National Defence told Canadian media that the 'disruption' started around noon on Wednesday (Sep 27) before "it was rectified" later in the day. Bouthillier didn't provide further details but added, “We have no indication of broader impacts to our systems." The Canadian Forces – which represent all military operations for Canada, including the navy, special command groups, air, and space operations – are investigating the issue. Notably, a week prior to the alleged hacking attempt, the group had posted a message, hinting at the cyber job. “Get ready to feel the power of IndianCyberForce attacks will be launching on Canada cyber space… it’s for the mess your started," read the message. Watch | Gravitas: Another Khalistani Terrorist shot dead in Canada | Why is PM Trudeau mute now? × Diplomatic tussle between Ottawa and New Delhi The diplomatic tussle between India and Canada started after Trudeau addressed an emergency parliament session wherein he claimed his government had "credible allegations" that Indian government "agents" had undertaken the murder assignment of Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Nijjar was shot dead on June 18 by two unidentified men in the parking lot of Guru Nanak Gurdwara Sahib in Surrey, Canada. According to Indian security agencies, he was involved in the Khalistan separatist movement and had gained Canadian citizenship despite forging his identity. Also read | Nijjar death: Biden, Modi discussed Canada murder row; no 'special exemption,' says US NSA Since then, the two countries have been going back and forth on the issue with New Delhi keeping Ottawa at arm's length and giving swift diplomatic checks, every once in a while. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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In a glaring revelation, a new report on sexual violence in the Canadian armed forces (CAF) said some members face more harm from peers than enemy. The 404-page report has been authored by former supreme court justice Louise Arbour. It is also called the Arbour report. It shows CAF’s failures in addressing sexual violence, discrimination, misogyny and trauma, which was mainly experienced by female members of the military over the years. &nbsp; &nbsp;

In report, Arbour wrote, “When thinking about culture change in response to the sexual misconduct crisis, the CAF leadership seems to have been incapable of examining which aspects of its culture have been the most deficient. One of the dangers of the model under which the CAF continues to operate is the high likelihood that some of its members are more at risk of harm, on a day-to-day basis, from their comrades than from the enemy.” &nbsp; &nbsp;

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It is the third large study commissioned to examine sexual violence allegations in the Canadian military. In 1992, Navy veteran Dawn McIlmoyle was raped by a fellow sailor as a second man looked on. She was 19 years old at the time of the incident. “When I came forward, they charged me under the National Defence Act for being on the male floor, which I was taken to,” McIlmoyle told the Guardian. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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In a glaring revelation, a new report on sexual violence in the Canadian armed forces (CAF) said some members face more harm from peers than enemy. The 404-page report has been authored by former supreme court justice Louise Arbour.

In a glaring revelation, a new report on sexual violence in the Canadian armed forces (CAF) said some members face more harm from peers than enemy. The 404-page report has been authored by former supreme court justice Louise Arbour. It is also called the Arbour report. It shows CAF’s failures in addressing sexual violence, discrimination, misogyny and trauma, which was mainly experienced by female members of the military over the years. In report, Arbour wrote, “When thinking about culture change in response to the sexual misconduct crisis, the CAF leadership seems to have been incapable of examining which aspects of its culture have been the most deficient. One of the dangers of the model under which the CAF continues to operate is the high likelihood that some of its members are more at risk of harm, on a day-to-day basis, from their comrades than from the enemy.” WATCH WION LIVE HERE It is the third large study commissioned to examine sexual violence allegations in the Canadian military. In 1992, Navy veteran Dawn McIlmoyle was raped by a fellow sailor as a second man looked on. She was 19 years old at the time of the incident. “When I came forward, they charged me under the National Defence Act for being on the male floor, which I was taken to,” McIlmoyle told the Guardian. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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Canada's number-two military official, Lieutenant General Mike Rouleau has announced his resignation after playing golf game with a retired former Chief of Staff being investigated for alleged sexual misconduct.

The not-so-simple round of golf drew scrutiny amid concerns about potential for perceived conflict of interest by Rouleau,&nbsp;he was hierarchical superior of the head of the military police investigating retired General Jonathan Vance.&nbsp;

Vance, who retired in January, denies any wrongdoing.

In a letter, Rouleau acknowledges having played golf June 2 with the former chief of staff and the commander of the Navy but assures that he did not discuss ongoing investigations.

In addition, he said, "I have never issued any instructions or guidelines to the CFPM in regards to any ongoing military police investigations including those involving sexual misconduct."

He said he accepts "fully" how his decision to play the round of golf "has intensified recent events and contributed to further erosion of trust" in the military.

Rouleau said he was being reassigned to unspecified duties in the Canadian Armed Forces Transition Group, which notably assists injured and sick personnel, the army said.

General Frances Jennifer Allen is due to succeed him as Vice Chief of Staff in coming weeks.&nbsp;

The army has been shaken for several months by a series of investigations into high-ranking officers suspected of "sexual misconduct" toward subordinates.&nbsp;

Vance's successor, Admiral Art McDonald, had also left office a few weeks after his appointment, after an investigation into similar charges was opened.&nbsp;

At the end of April, Defense Minister Harjit Sajjan instructed Louise Arbor, a former prosecutor of the International Criminal Tribunal (ICT), to conduct an independent investigation into the handling of cases of sexual harassment within the army.&nbsp;

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Canada's number-two military official, Lieutenant General Mike Rouleau has announced his resignation after playing golf game with a retired former Chief of Staff being investigated for alleged sexual misconduct.

Canada's number-two military official, Lieutenant General Mike Rouleau has announced his resignation after playing golf game with a retired former Chief of Staff being investigated for alleged sexual misconduct. The not-so-simple round of golf drew scrutiny amid concerns about potential for perceived conflict of interest by Rouleau, he was hierarchical superior of the head of the military police investigating retired General Jonathan Vance. Vance, who retired in January, denies any wrongdoing. In a letter, Rouleau acknowledges having played golf June 2 with the former chief of staff and the commander of the Navy but assures that he did not discuss ongoing investigations. In addition, he said, "I have never issued any instructions or guidelines to the CFPM in regards to any ongoing military police investigations including those involving sexual misconduct." He said he accepts "fully" how his decision to play the round of golf "has intensified recent events and contributed to further erosion of trust" in the military. Rouleau said he was being reassigned to unspecified duties in the Canadian Armed Forces Transition Group, which notably assists injured and sick personnel, the army said. General Frances Jennifer Allen is due to succeed him as Vice Chief of Staff in coming weeks. The army has been shaken for several months by a series of investigations into high-ranking officers suspected of "sexual misconduct" toward subordinates. Vance's successor, Admiral Art McDonald, had also left office a few weeks after his appointment, after an investigation into similar charges was opened. At the end of April, Defense Minister Harjit Sajjan instructed Louise Arbor, a former prosecutor of the International Criminal Tribunal (ICT), to conduct an independent investigation into the handling of cases of sexual harassment within the army. (With input from agencies)

Canada military's second-in-command resigns over golf game

One body has been recovered and five people are missing after a Canadian military helicopter crashed in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Greece on Wednesday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Thursday.

The HMCS Fredericton, participating in NATO's Operation Reassurance meant to bolster security in Central and Eastern Europe, lost contact with a CH-148 Cyclone helicopter on Wednesday.

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"They are all heroes," Trudeau said in a news conference.

"The cause of this accident is unknown at this time," Defense Minister Harjit Sajjan said, adding that the aircraft's data and voice recorders have been recovered.

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Abbigail Cowbrough's body was recovered, said General Jonathan Vance, Chief of the Defence Staff.

Tanya Cowbrough, the mother of Abbigail, commented on Facebook: "Nothing can replace her."

"I am broken and gutted," Shane Cowbrough, Abbigail's father, wrote on Facebook. "There are no words. You made me forever proud. I will love you always, and miss you in every moment. You are the bright light in my life taken far too soon."

It could be the country's single deadliest military tragedy in 13 years. In July 2007, six soldiers were killed together by a roadside bomb in Afghanistan.

After the crash, Canada's military has decided to temporarily ground its Cyclone helicopters, the CBC reported.

Approximately 2,100 Canadian Armed Forces members are deployed around the world. 
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One body has been recovered and five people are missing after a Canadian military helicopter crashed in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Greece on Wednesday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Thursday.

One body has been recovered and five people are missing after a Canadian military helicopter crashed in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Greece on Wednesday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Thursday. The HMCS Fredericton, participating in NATO's Operation Reassurance meant to bolster security in Central and Eastern Europe, lost contact with a CH-148 Cyclone helicopter on Wednesday. Also read: Apple, Google to release early versions of contact tracing app this week "They are all heroes," Trudeau said in a news conference. "The cause of this accident is unknown at this time," Defense Minister Harjit Sajjan said, adding that the aircraft's data and voice recorders have been recovered. Also read: Coronavirus pandemic: Is remdesivir actually effective in treatment? Abbigail Cowbrough's body was recovered, said General Jonathan Vance, Chief of the Defence Staff. Tanya Cowbrough, the mother of Abbigail, commented on Facebook: "Nothing can replace her." "I am broken and gutted," Shane Cowbrough, Abbigail's father, wrote on Facebook. "There are no words. You made me forever proud. I will love you always, and miss you in every moment. You are the bright light in my life taken far too soon." It could be the country's single deadliest military tragedy in 13 years. In July 2007, six soldiers were killed together by a roadside bomb in Afghanistan. After the crash, Canada's military has decided to temporarily ground its Cyclone helicopters, the CBC reported. Approximately 2,100 Canadian Armed Forces members are deployed around the world.