Canada Expels Three Iranian Regime Officials Over Inadmissibility

Canada has issued deportation orders against three individuals identified as senior officials of the Iranian regime, with one already removed from the country. This action follows Ottawa's 2022 designation declaring Iran's senior government and security officials inadmissible due to their involvement in terrorism and human rights violations. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) expanded this designation last year, barring any senior Iranian regime officials from entering Canada and enabling enforcement against those already present. The CBSA collaborates closely with domestic and international partners to investigate and act on cases, reviewing thousands of applications and canceling visas linked to the Iranian regime. This move, praised by human rights organizations, highlights Canada's commitment to national security and human rights but may further strain diplomatic relations with Iran. Heightened tensions due to current Israel-Iran hostilities have increased scrutiny of Iranian regime activities within Canada.