Liberals wanted softer language on arms embargo against Israel: McPherson

NDP MP Heather McPherson says her party walked away from talks with Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly as late as 6:30 p.m. on the night the motion on the war in Gaza passed, but Joly chased after her into the opposition lobby to agree on a deal.

Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly negotiated with the NDP on March 18 to come to an agreement on a motion calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, an arms embargo against Israel, and more. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

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BY CHELSEA NASH

March 20, 2024

The days and hours leading up to the March 18 House vote on a non-binding NDP motion on the war in Gaza were filled with political negotiations and emotional conversations for MP Heather McPherson, who was leading her party’s efforts as foreign affairs critic.

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