Hamas responds to Trump plan, Carney to visit Washington, Diddy sentencing, and more

Hamas responds to the U.S. plan for a ceasefire, saying it is willing to return the hostages under the plan. But the statement says Hamas will continue to be part of negotiations on the future of Gaza — something that is a red line for Israel, the U.S., and many of the countries that have recognized a Palestinian state.And: Prime Minister Mark Carney is heading to Washington next week for some face time with the president. Amid new levies and more threats of annexation, at least one federal lawmaker is warning Canadians to temper expectations.Also: Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is sentenced in a New York courtroom. He was convicted in July of flying people around the country for sexual encounters. The jury acquitted him of more serious charges of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking that could have carried a life sentence.Plus: Blue Jays Playoff Eve, the first woman to be Archbishop of Canterbury, U.S. government shutdown, and more.