Canada Evaluates Israel Relations After Qatar Airstrike

Canada is reassessing its relationship with Israel following an Israeli airstrike targeting a residential building in Doha, Qatar, which housed Hamas' political leadership and ceasefire negotiators. Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand described the attack as unacceptable, emphasizing Qatar's role in mediating peace in the Middle East, and confirmed that Canada is evaluating possible next steps, including sanctions, though no decisions have been made yet. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who replaced Justin Trudeau, has taken a harder stance on Israel, recognizing Palestinian statehood and condemning the airstrike as an intolerable expansion of violence and a violation of international law. The European Commission has announced plans to propose sanctions and suspend some trade-related measures with Israel, a move Canada is watching closely. The attack has drawn widespread condemnation from Gulf countries such as Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Pakistan, and Turkey, warning of serious consequences due to the violation of Qatar's sovereignty. Canada’s evolving position reflects growing international concern over Israel's military actions and their impact on regional peace efforts.