‘It’s who’s considered human and who’s not’: expert criticizes lack of nuance from Canadian politicians on Israel-Hamas war

University of Ottawa professor Ruby Dagher says that while she condemns Hamas’ actions 'in every way possible,' she is concerned about rhetoric from the prime minister and other leaders that encourages thinking of everyone who opposes Israel as siding with terrorists.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, seen here hosting the president of Israel in 2019, has emphasized Israel's 'right to defend itself.' Most major Canadian political parties have made statements to that effect. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

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BY KEVIN PHILIPUPILLAI, CHELSEA NASH

October 11, 2023

In the wake of the extremist brutality perpetrated by Hamas in southern Israel, Canadian politicians have expressed unwavering solidarity with Israel. But one expert wonders if there is any room left for those politicians to consider the humanity of Palestinian civilians, to...

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