Canada in the world and the war in Gaza

Ottawa extends humanitarian aid for Palestinians, insisting it 'no money goes into the hands of Hamas.' But since Hamas controls what happens on the ground in Gaza, that’s likely hollow, a bit like Canada’s influence on the world stage.
Justin Trudeau
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at the first ministers' meeting in Ottawa on Jan. 15, 2025.

What has Canada contributed to resolving the tragic war in Gaza? Not much, but neither have other more powerful countries until the recent ceasefire deal. The United States is Israel’s sole potent global ally, and has ensured that Israel emerges intact from the multi-front...

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