Canada News Centre2026-04-16T18:43:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/04/statement-by-minister-anand-on-ceasefire-between-israel-and-lebanon.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, issued the following statement on the U.S. announcement of a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon:

Global Affairs Canada2026-04-16T18:43:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/04/statement-by-minister-anand-on-the-situation-in-lebanon.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement on the situation in Lebanon:

Global Affairs Canada2026-04-09T18:31:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/03/update-on-the-situation-in-the-middle-east--march-30-2026.html

The Government of Canada continues to monitor the situation in the Middle East and takes the safety and security of Canadians and our own personnel abroad very seriously. Our focus remains on helping Canadians make informed decisions and obtain any consular assistance they may require.

Global Affairs Canada2026-03-30T15:51:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/03/statement-by-minister-anand-on-hostilities-in-the-middle-east.html

The Government of Canada is closely following developments in the Middle East. We call on all parties to prioritize the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure, to return to negotiations, and to advance a diplomatic resolution to the crisis.

Global Affairs Canada2026-03-02T04:00:57-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/02/statement-on-israels-security-cabinets-decision-to-expand-israeli-control-over-the-west-bank.html

Global Affairs Canada issued the following statement: “Canada strongly condemns the Israeli security cabinet’s recent decision to approve measures to expand Israeli control over the West Bank."

Global Affairs Canada2026-02-10T16:52:21-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/12/joint-statement-on-the-approval-of-the-creation-of-19-new-settlements-in-the-occupied-west-bank.html

“We, States of Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom condemn the approval by the Israeli security cabinet of 19 new settlements in the occupied West Bank.

Global Affairs Canada2025-12-24T17:08:26-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/10/statement-by-minister-anand-on-the-release-of-israeli-hostages.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement.

Global Affairs Canada2025-10-13T22:02:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/10/statement-by-minister-anand-on-second-anniversary-of-hamas-attacks-on-israel.html

Two years ago today, the world witnessed the deadliest attacks on the Jewish people since the Holocaust.

Global Affairs Canada2025-10-07T13:12:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/09/statement-on-protection-of-journalists-in-gaza.html

The governments of Australia, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Qatar, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom issued the following statement: “On September 24, during the High-Level Week of the United Nations General Assembly, France, along with Reporters Without Borders, organized an event dedicated to the situation of journalists in Gaza. At the end of this event, this statement was endorsed by 21 countries:

Global Affairs Canada2025-09-26T14:43:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/09/joint-g7-foreign-ministers-statement--meeting-of-the-g7-foreign-ministers-on-the-margins-of-the-high-level-week-at-the-united-nations-general-assem.html

“We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, met on the margins of High-Level Week at the United Nations General Assembly in New York.

Global Affairs Canada2025-09-23T18:49:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/09/minister-anands-statement-on-israeli-strikes-in-doha.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, issued the following statement:

Global Affairs Canada2025-09-09T18:40:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/08/foreign-minister-statement-on-e1-plans.html

The Foreign Ministers of Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, the United Kingdom issued the following statement:

Global Affairs Canada2025-08-21T12:35:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/08/statement-on-gaza-and-the-viability-of-the-two-state-solution.html

“The Foreign Ministers of Australia, Austria, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, New Zealand, Norway and the United Kingdom strongly reject the decision of the Israeli Security Cabinet on August 8 to launch an additional large-scale military operation in Gaza. It will aggravate the catastrophic humanitarian situation, endanger the lives of the hostages, and further risk the mass displacement of civilians. The plans that the Government of Israel has announced risk violating international law. Any attempts at annexation or of settlement extension violate international law.

Global Affairs Canada2025-08-09T09:29:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/08/backgrounder-canadas-international-assistance-to-the-west-bank-and-gaza.html

Canada’s international assistance to respond to the humanitarian crisis in the West Bank and Gaza is designed to meet the immediate humanitarian needs of Palestinian civilians and to help lay the foundations for long-term peace and stability by supporting the development of institutions and socio-economic conditions necessary for a viable 2-state solution.

Global Affairs Canada2025-08-08T17:39:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/07/minister-anand-highlights-assistance-to-respond-to-urgent-needs-stemming-from-crisis-in-gaza-and-west-bank.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, concluded her participation in the “United Nations High-Level International Conference for the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution.” The conference is being co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia from July 28 to 30, 2025.

Global Affairs Canada2025-07-29T10:46:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/07/statement-by-minister-anand-on-the-israeli-palestinian-situation.html

Canada notes the Israeli government’s decision to unblock aid so it can enter Gaza.

Global Affairs Canada2025-07-28T11:51:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/07/minister-anand-to-attend-un-high-level-conference-on-2-state-solution-to-israeli-palestinian-conflict.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today reconfirmed that she will attend the “United Nations High-Level International Conference for the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution” as announced by Prime Minister Mark Carney last week.

Global Affairs Canada2025-07-28T09:44:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/07/joint-statement-on-behalf-of-26-partners-on-the-occupied-palestinian-territories.html

The Foreign Ministers of Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the European Union Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness and Crisis Management, today issued the following statement

Global Affairs Canada2025-07-21T10:46:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2025/06/cbsa-issues-a-temporary-halt-on-removals-to-israel.html

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has issued a temporary halt on removals to Israel. This measure is being taken given the volatile and unpredictable situation in Israel due to ongoing hostilities with Iran.

Canada Border Services Agency2025-06-20T20:05:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/02/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointment.html

Leslie Scanlon becomes Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the State of Israel. Ms. Scanlon replaces Lisa Stadelbauer.

Global Affairs Canada2025-02-26T10:00:05-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/02/biographical-note.html

Leslie Scanlon (BJ Hons, Carleton University, 1986) worked in corporate communications in Japan after graduating from university.

Global Affairs Canada2025-02-26T09:58:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/10/minister-joly-to-participate-in-ministerial-conference-on-lebanon-in-paris-france.html

The conference will focus on three objectives: reaffirming the need for a diplomatic solution to the Israel-Hezbollah conflict in accordance with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701, mobilizing the international community to address the urgent needs for protection and emergency relief for the Lebanese people and exploring strategies to enhance support for Lebanon’s institutions, including the Lebanese Armed Forces, which play a crucial role in ensuring the country’s internal stability.

Global Affairs Canada2024-10-24T08:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/10/statement-by-ministers-joly-and-hussen-on-recent-events-in-middle-east.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development today issued the following statement following recent events in the Middle East.

Global Affairs Canada2024-10-16T11:14:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/10/statement-by-minister-joly-to-mark-one-year-since-hamass-terrorist-attacks-against-israel.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement marking one year since Hamas’s terrorist attacks against Israel: “Today we commemorate one year since Hamas’s horrific terrorist attack on October 7.

Global Affairs Canada2024-10-07T12:25:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/09/canada-calls-for-de-escalation-and-protection-of-civilians-amid-escalating-violence-in-lebanon-and-israel.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement:

Global Affairs Canada2024-09-26T20:28:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/09/canada-abstains-from-united-nations-general-assembly-resolution-on-the-advisory-opinion-of-the-international-court-of-justice-on-the-legal-conseque.html

“Canada’s position on questions relating to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict are guided by our historic and unwavering commitment to international law and a framework that best guarantees peace and security for both Israelis and Palestinians. Hamas’ horrific terrorist attacks on October 7, which Canada continues to unequivocally condemn, and the catastrophic humanitarian situation in Gaza has made it more urgent than ever to return to a process that leads to a two-state solution."

Global Affairs Canada2024-09-18T22:03:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/09/canada-imposes-third-round-of-sanctions-on-perpetrators-of-extremist-settler-violence-against-palestinian-civilians-in-west-bank0.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Extremist Settler Violence) Regulations. This round of sanctions lists four individuals and two entities for their roles in participating in or facilitating acts of harassment and violence, including attacks on humanitarian convoys, dispossession of property and displacement of Palestinian communities.

Global Affairs Canada2024-09-18T13:14:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/09/canada-imposes-third-round-of-sanctions-on-perpetrators-of-extremist-settler-violence-against-palestinian-civilians-in-west-bank.html

Effective immediately, Canada is imposing sanctions against four individuals and two entities in response to the grave breach of international peace and security posed by their violent and destabilizing actions against Palestinian civilians and their property in the West Bank.

Global Affairs Canada2024-09-18T13:13:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/09/canada-imposes-additional-sanctions-in-response-to-hamas-terrorist-attacks-against-israel0.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Hamas Terrorist Attacks) Regulations. These sanctions build on Canada’s efforts to countering Hamas and its acts of terror, as well as its affiliates and financial networks.

Global Affairs Canada2024-09-18T11:01:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/09/canada-imposes-additional-sanctions-in-response-to-hamas-terrorist-attacks-against-israel.html

Effective immediately, Canada is imposing additional sanctions against eleven individuals and two entities pursuant to the Special Economic Measures (Hamas Terrorist Attacks) Regulations, in response to the terrorist attacks by Hamas on Israel that began on October 7, 2023, and the threat that Hamas and its affiliates pose to regional security.

Global Affairs Canada2024-09-18T11:01:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/08/global-affairs-canada-temporarily-relocates-canadian-embassy-staffs-dependent-children-from-tel-aviv-israel.html

“The health, safety and security of Canada’s diplomatic staff and their families remain a priority for the Government of Canada”

Global Affairs Canada2024-08-08T18:58:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/08/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-the-situation-in-the-middle-east.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the EU, express our deep concern at the heightened level of tension in the Middle East, which threatens to ignite a broader conflict in the region.

Global Affairs Canada2024-08-04T16:40:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/06/canada-imposes-second-round-of-sanctions-on-perpetrators-of-extremist-settler-violence-against-civilians-in-west-bank0.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Extremist Settler Violence) Regulations.

Global Affairs Canada2024-06-27T08:59:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/06/canada-imposes-second-round-of-sanctions-on-perpetrators-of-extremist-settler-violence-against-civilians-in-west-bank.html

Effective immediately, Canada is imposing sanctions against seven individuals and five entities in response to the grave breach of international peace and security posed by their violent and destabilizing actions against Palestinian civilians and their property in the West Bank.

Global Affairs Canada2024-06-27T08:59:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/06/backgrounder-canada-imposes-additional-sanctions-in-response-to-hamas-terrorist-attacks-against-israel.html

Effective immediately, Canada is imposing additional sanctions against nine individuals and two entities pursuant to the Special Economic Measures (Hamas Terrorist Attacks) Regulations, in response to the terrorist attacks by Hamas on Israel on October 7, 2023, and the threat that Hamas and its affiliates pose to regional security.

Global Affairs Canada2024-06-25T09:22:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/06/canada-imposes-additional-sanctions-in-response-to-hamas-terrorist-attacks-against-israel.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Hamas Terrorist Attacks) Regulations. These sanctions are another clear example of Canada’s commitment to countering Hamas and its acts of terror, as well as its affiliates and financial networks.

Global Affairs Canada2024-06-25T09:22:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/canada-imposes-sanctions-on-perpetrators-of-extremist-settler-violence-against-civilians-in-west-bank.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures Act. These are the first sanctions measures listing extremist Israeli settlers. Canada remains concerned with extremist settler violence and will examine additional measures in response to the grave breach of international peace and security posed by their violent and destabilizing actions against Palestinian civilians and their property in the West Bank.

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-16T13:59:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/canada-abstains-from-united-nations-general-assembly-resolution-on-admission-of-new-members-to-the-united-nations.html

Today, Global Affairs Canada issued this statement: “In 1947, the United Nations General Assembly adopted resolution 181 and agreed that the only viable solution for peace in the Middle East was the creation of two states. However, 75 years later, the full promise of that vision has not been fulfilled.

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-10T12:24:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/canada-imposes-additional-sanctions-in-response-to-hamas-terrorist-attacks-against-israel0.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Hamas Terrorist Attacks) Regulations.

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-10T12:24:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/canada-imposes-additional-sanctions-in-response-to-hamas-terrorist-attacks-against-israel.html

Effective immediately, Canada is imposing sanctions against four additional individuals in response to the terrorist attack by Hamas in Israel that began on October 7, 2023, and the threat that Hamas and its affiliates pose to regional security.

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-10T12:23:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/speech-by-minister-joly-regarding-the-motion-on-canadas-actions-to-promote-peace-in-the-middle-east.html

Mr. Speaker, I welcome debate during this pivotal moment for the region and the world.I rise having just returned from visiting the Middle East, where I met with my counterparts from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Israel and the Palestinian Authority.

Global Affairs Canada2024-03-19T15:53:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-joly-meets-with-israels-minister-of-foreign-affairs.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met today with Israel Katz, Israel’s Minister of Foreign Affairs.

Global Affairs Canada2024-03-10T17:55:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-joly-meets-with-united-arab-emirates-minister-of-foreign-affairs-and-confirms-canadian-participation-in-temporary-port-to-deliver-humanita.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met yesterday with His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates. Minister Joly and Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed discussed a number of priorities and reaffirmed their commitment to work together on international issues, including global and regional security. The two Ministers exchanged views on a range of international and regional security challenges, including the crisis in Gaza.

Global Affairs Canada2024-03-10T13:06:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-hussen-to-hold-press-conference-to-provide-an-update-on-canadas-humanitarian-assistance-in-gaza0.html

March 8, 2024 - The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, will hold a press conference to announce additional humanitarian assistance for Gaza.

Global Affairs Canada2024-03-08T15:11:03-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-hussen-to-hold-press-conference-to-provide-an-update-on-canadas-humanitarian-assistance-in-gaza.html

EVENT CANCELLED - The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, will hold a press conference to announce additional humanitarian assistance for Gaza. Minister Hussen will be accompanied by Bob Rae, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Canada to the United Nations in New York.

Global Affairs Canada2024-03-05T19:46:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-joly-to-travel-to-saudi-arabia-kuwait-united-arab-emirates-israel-and-the-west-bank-to-discuss-the-ongoing-israel-hamas-conflict-and-pathw.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from March 6 to 9, 2024. She will then visit Israel, Jerusalem and the West Bank from March 10 to 13, 2024.

Global Affairs Canada2024-03-05T18:21:38-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/minister-joly-speaks-with-united-states-secretary-of-state-blinken.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and United States Secretary of State, Anthony Blinken, met today in Washington, D.C., to discuss the strength of the Canada-U.S. relationship and its importance to security and prosperity in the region and around the world.

Global Affairs Canada2024-02-13T16:21:04-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/canada-sanctions-individuals-affiliated-with-hamas-in-response-to-terrorist-attacks-against-israel.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures Act (SEMA). The sanctions apply to 11 individuals that hold senior positions within Hamas or its affiliates and were integral to the planning, funding and execution of the October 7 terrorist attacks against Israel.

Global Affairs Canada2024-02-06T12:03:23-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/statement-by-minister-joly-on-the-international-court-of-justices-decision-on-south-africas-request-for-provisional-measures-in-its-case-against-is.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs today issued the following statement: “Today, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) delivered its response to South Africa’s request for provisional measures in their case against Israel.

Global Affairs Canada2024-01-26T15:11:38-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/minister-joly-speaks-with-israels-newly-appointed-minister-of-foreign-affairs.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, held her first bilateral discussion with Israel Katz, who was recently appointed as Israel’s Minister of Foreign Affairs.

Global Affairs Canada2024-01-25T09:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/statement-by-minister-joly-on-south-africas-case-against-israel-at-the-international-court-of-justice.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs today issued the following statement: “Canada was a founding voice and remains a strong proponent of the International Court of Justice’s (ICJ) independence and its critical role in the peaceful settlements of disputes between countries. The ICJ is also a key participant in upholding the international rules-based order.

Global Affairs Canada2024-01-12T16:06:27-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/joint-statement-on-dprk-russia-ballistic-missile-transfers.html

The following is a statement from the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of (at time of publication) Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Palau, Poland, Portugal, the Republic of Korea, Romania, San Marino, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, and the High Representative of the European Union, and the Secretary of State of the United States of America.

Global Affairs Canada2024-01-09T20:14:09-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/12/minister-joly-hosts-meeting-in-ottawa-with-the-ministerial-committee-of-the-arab-islamic-extraordinary-summit.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, hosted a meeting in Ottawa with a delegation of foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and the Palestinian Authority to discuss the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas and the path toward lasting peace in the region.

Global Affairs Canada2023-12-09T14:42:35-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/11/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-the-situation-in-israel-and-gaza.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, welcome the release of some of the hostages seized on October 7, 2023, by Hamas and other terrorist organizations and the recent pause in hostilities that has allowed a surge in humanitarian assistance to reach Palestinian civilians in Gaza. We, as the G7, urge the release of all hostages immediately and unconditionally. We call for the facilitated departure of all foreign nationals. We emphasize Israel’s right to defend itself and its people, in accordance with international law, as it seeks to prevent a recurrence of the October 7 attacks.

Global Affairs Canada2023-11-28T20:10:01-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/11/statement-on-increase-in-israeli-settler-violence-against-palestinians-in-west-bank.html

“Canada strongly condemns the extremist settler violence against Palestinians in the West Bank and is also gravely concerned by reports of Palestinian communities being forcibly removed from their lands in the West Bank.

Global Affairs Canada2023-11-20T19:29:21-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/11/minister-joly-speaks-with-united-states-secretary-of-state-antony-blinken.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Antony Blinken, United States Secretary of State, spoke on Friday November 17 to discuss the Israel-Hamas conflict.

Global Affairs Canada2023-11-19T18:17:29-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/10/canada-allocates-funding-for-partners-responding-to-urgent-needs-stemming-from-the-crisis-in-gaza-strip-west-bank-israel-and-neighbouring-areas.html

Today, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, announced that Canada is allocating an initial $10 million in funding for humanitarian assistance to address urgent needs stemming from the crisis in the Gaza Strip, the West Bank, Israel and neighbouring areas. This funding supports United Nations and Red Cross appeals and will help Canada’s partners to provide food, water, emergency medical assistance, protection services and other life-saving assistance. The funds are being allocated as follows:

Global Affairs Canada2023-10-25T16:30:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/10/minister-joly-to-discuss-the-situation-in-israel-the-gaza-strip-and-the-west-bank.html

October 23, 2023 - The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs will hold a press conference to discuss the situation in Israel and the Gaza Strip.

Global Affairs Canada2023-10-23T10:46:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/10/canada-provides-update-on-assisted-departures-out-of-israel-the-west-bank-and-the-gaza-strip.html

Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs provided an update on assisted departures out of Israel, the West Bank and the Gaza Strip.

Global Affairs Canada2023-10-21T19:30:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-officials-to-provide-technical-briefing-on-situation-in-israel-the-gaza-strip-and-the-west-bank.html

Officials from Global Affairs Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, the Department of National Defence and Public Safety will offer a technical briefing on the situation in Israel, the Gaza Strip and the West Bank following recent developments.

Global Affairs Canada2023-10-20T10:10:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-officials-to-provide-technical-briefing-on-situation-in-israel2.html

Officials from Global Affairs Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and the Department of National Defence will offer a technical briefing on the situation in Israel, the Gaza Strip and the West Bank following recent developments.

Global Affairs Canada2023-10-16T16:08:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/10/minister-joly-speaks-with-minister-riad-malki-of-the-palestinian-authority.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke on the phone with His Excellency Dr. Riad Malki, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Palestinian Authority.

Global Affairs Canada2023-10-14T18:47:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/10/minister-joly-meets-with-israels-foreign-minister.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met today with Eli Cohen, Israel’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, in Tel Aviv.

Global Affairs Canada2023-10-13T22:34:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/10/minister-joly-to-travel-to-greece-israel-and-jordan.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling through Greece, to Israel and Jordan from October 13 to 15, 2023.

Global Affairs Canada2023-10-13T07:07:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-officials-to-provide-technical-briefing-on-situation-in-israel0.html

October 12, 2023 - Officials from Global Affairs Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and the Department of National Defence will offer a technical briefing on the situation in Israel, the Gaza Strip and the West Bank following recent deve

Global Affairs Canada2023-10-12T20:05:37-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-officials-to-provide-technical-briefing-on-situation-in-israel.html

Officials from Global Affairs Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and the Department of National Defence will offer a technical briefing on the situation in Israel, the Gaza Strip and the West Bank following recent developments.

Global Affairs Canada2023-10-11T20:04:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-helping-canadians-affected-by-crisis-in-israel-west-bank-and-gaza-strip.html

The situation in Israel and the West Bank and the Gaza Strip remains volatile and is deteriorating rapidly. Canada’s missions in the region are actively monitoring the situation and working with partners and like-minded governments, as well as with the international community, to address the situation.

Global Affairs Canada2023-10-11T18:15:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/10/minister-joly-to-discuss-the-situation-in-israel.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs will hold a press conference tomorrow morning to discuss the situation in Israel and the Gaza Strip.

Global Affairs Canada2023-10-10T21:40:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-officials-to-provide-technical-briefing-on-the-situation-in-israel.html

Officials from Global Affairs Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and the Department of National Defence, will offer a technical briefing on the situation in Israel and the Gaza Strip following recent developments.

Global Affairs Canada2023-10-10T21:33:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/06/joint-international-statement-following-recent-events-in-israel-and-the-west-bank.html

The Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada and the UK today issued the following statement: “The Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada and the UK are deeply concerned by recent events in Israel and the West Bank which further reduce the prospects for peace.

Global Affairs Canada2023-06-30T15:59:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/05/statement-by-the-equal-rights-coalition-on-the-anti-homosexuality-act-in-uganda.html

The Equal Rights Coalition expresses grave concerns about the Anti-Homosexuality Act 2023 which further criminalizes LGBTI persons in Uganda. The Anti-Homosexuality Act 2023 criminalizes same sex-relations with even broader and more draconian punishments for LGBTI conduct, including life imprisonment or death. In addition to criminalizing the “promotion of sexuality,” the law threatens LGBTI organizations engaged in human rights advocacy or engaged in health assistance programs, and criminalizes support to LGBTI organizations and those working on the human rights of LGBTI persons.

Global Affairs Canada2023-05-30T09:00:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/05/canadas-statement-on-escalation-between-israel-and-gaza.html

“Canada is deeply concerned by the escalation between Israel and Gaza and stands firmly with the Israeli and Palestinian peoples in their right to live in peace, security, with dignity and without fear.

Global Affairs Canada2023-05-12T08:55:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/03/minister-joly-speaks-with-israels-minister-of-foreign-affairs.html

Minister Joly and Minister Cohen discussed Canada and Israel’s strong, multidimensional and enduring friendship, driven by close people-to-people ties as Canada is home to the world’s third largest Jewish diaspora.

Global Affairs Canada2023-03-17T12:59:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/02/statement-on-the-government-of-israels-announcement-concerning-settlements.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada is concerned by the Government of Israel’s announcement that it will attempt to retroactively legalize nine illegal settlement outposts in the West Bank, as well as its plans to pursue the construction of new housing in existing settlements.

Global Affairs Canada2023-02-14T16:41:08-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/01/statement-on-punitive-measures-taken-against-the-palestinian-authority-by-israel.html

“We are deeply concerned by the punitive measures taken against the Palestinian Authority, which were recently announced by the Government of Israel, as well as the impact of those measures on the region’s stability and the prospect for a two-state solution..."

Global Affairs Canada2023-01-16T20:46:16-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/11/canada-expresses-condolences-following-heinous-terror-bombings-in-jerusalem.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “On behalf of all Canadians, I wish to express my deepest sympathies to the people of Israel and the Jewish community in Canada after the terrorist attack in Jerusalem this morning, which resulted in many injuries and the tragic death of a Canadian. Canada stands with the people of Israel and strongly condemns these acts of terror in the strongest possible terms.

Global Affairs Canada2022-11-23T20:45:08-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/03/minister-ng-concludes-successful-visits-to-india-israel-the-west-bank-and-the-united-arab-emirates.html

This week, Minister Ng concluded visits to India, Israel, the West Bank, and the United Arab Emirates (U.A.E) to strengthen Canada’s trade relationships with key partners. While working to grow and strengthen Canada’s trade relationships abroad, Minister Ng unequivocally condemned Russia’s egregious invasion, which is a direct challenge to the rules-based international order. She reaffirmed that Canada stands resolute against authoritarianism and with a free and democratic Ukraine, now and in the future.

Global Affairs Canada2022-03-21T09:28:37-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/03/minister-ng-to-visit-india-israel-west-bank-and-the-united-arab-emirates.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development will visit Delhi, India from March 10 to 13; Israel and the West Bank from March 13 to 16; and lastly, Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates from March 16 to 20, 2022.

Global Affairs Canada2022-03-09T15:20:21-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/02/minister-ng-speaks-with-orit-farkash-hacohen-israels-minister-of-innovation-science-and-technology.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development spoke with Orit Farkash-Hacohen, Israel’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology.

Global Affairs Canada2022-02-22T11:28:51-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2021/11/government-of-canada-announces-adjustments-to-canadas-border-measures.html

The Government of Canada will adjust some of Canada’s border measures beginning on Nov. 30 to include additional COVID-19 vaccines accepted for entry to Canada and changes to certain exemptions, testing and ArriveCAN requirements.

Public Health Agency of Canada2022-02-04T10:31:23-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/07/minister-garneau-to-hold-media-availability-following-visit-to-the-middle-east.html

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will hold a media availability at the conclusion of his visit to Jordan, Israel and the West Bank. During his five-day visit, the Minister met with government officials and community leaders and expressed Canada’s support towards the goal of a comprehensive, just and lasting peace in the region.

Global Affairs Canada2021-07-04T19:34:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/07/minister-garneau-concludes-official-visit-with-the-government-of-israel.html

Today, the Honorable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, concluded an official visit with the new Government of Israel. He met with Prime Minister Naftali Bennett; Alternate Prime Minister & Foreign Affairs Minister Yair Lapid; and Innovation, Science and Technology Minister Orit Farkash-Hacohen. He also spoke with President-elect Isaac Herzog.

Global Affairs Canada2021-07-04T20:50:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/07/minister-garneau-meets-with-senior-israeli-government-officials.html

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Israel’s Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid, Alternate Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs.

Global Affairs Canada2021-07-04T19:50:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/06/minister-of-foreign-affairs-to-travel-to-italy-middle-east-and-lithuania.html

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that he will be travelling to Italy, the Middle East, and Lithuania from June 27 to July 8.

Global Affairs Canada2021-06-23T14:31:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/05/statement-by-the-minister-of-foreign-affairs-on-the-situation-in-israel-the-west-bank-and-gaza.html

Canada has been following the situation in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza with grave concern. We are appalled by the ongoing violence, rising tensions, and loss of life, including children. Our thoughts are with the families of the victims and their loved ones.

Global Affairs Canada2021-05-12T15:53:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/05/canada-concerned-by-escalation-of-tensions-in-jerusalem.html

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada is following the situation in Jerusalem closely. We call for immediate de-escalation of tensions and for all sides to avoid any unilateral actions.

Global Affairs Canada2021-05-08T12:18:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/04/canada-expresses-condolences-to-israel-following-lag-bomer-tragedy.html

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: "On behalf of all Canadians, I wish to express my deepest sympathies to the people of Israel and Jewish community in Canada after the tragedy at the Lag B’Omer festival, which resulted in countless injuries and over 40 deaths, including 2 Canadians.

Global Affairs Canada2021-04-30T16:24:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/joint-statement-on-the-who-convened-covid-19-origins-study.html

The Governments of Australia, Canada, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Israel, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, the Republic of Korea, Slovenia, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America remain steadfast in our commitment to working with the World Health Organization (WHO), international experts who have a vital mission, and the global community to understand the origins of this pandemic in order to improve our collective global health security and response.

Global Affairs Canada2021-10-21T13:57:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/announcement-of-a-new-diplomatic-appointment0.html

Lisa Stadelbauer becomes Ambassador to the State of Israel. Ms. Stadelbauer replaces Deborah Lyons.

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-25T21:00:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/biographical-note0.html

Lisa Stadelbauer (BA [Administrative and Commercial Studies], University of Western Ontario, 1988) joined External Affairs and International Trade Canada in 1990.

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-25T21:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/02/statement-by-minister-of-foreign-affairs-on-international-criminal-courts-decision-regarding-its-jurisdiction-over-west-bank-and-gaza.html

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada strongly supports the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the important work that it does as a key pillar of the rules-based international order. Canada continues to respect the independence of its judges and of the ICC Prosecutor.

Global Affairs Canada2021-02-07T10:02:28-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/10/readout-minister-ng-speaks-with-israels-minister-of-the-economy-and-industry.html

Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Amir Peretz, Israel’s Minister of the Economy and Industry.

Global Affairs Canada2020-10-13T19:00:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/09/canada-congratulates-israel-united-arab-emirates-and-bahrain-on-bilateral-deals.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada welcomes the historic signing of the Abraham Accords at the White House, establishing full diplomatic relations between Israel and the United Arab Emirates, and Israel and Bahrain.

Global Affairs Canada2020-09-16T15:24:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/08/joint-declaration-of-support-for-democratic-transition-in-venezuela.html

We, a group of concerned countries including members of the Lima Group, the International Contact Group, the European Union, the United States, and others, call upon all Venezuelans, of all ideological tendencies and party affiliations, whether civilian or military, to put the interests of Venezuela above politics and engage urgently in support of a process shaped and driven by Venezuelans to establish an inclusive transitional government that will lead the country into free and fair presidential elections, sooner not later.

Global Affairs Canada2021-10-18T12:46:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/08/canada-welcomes-bilateral-agreement-between-israel-and-the-united-arab-emirates.html

Canada welcomes the announcement made today by Israel, the United Arab Emirates and the United States that Israel and the UAE will begin normalizing relations. We see this as a historic and positive step toward peace and security in the region.

Global Affairs Canada2020-08-13T21:43:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/01/statement-by-foreign-minister-on-the-release-of-us-middle-east-peace-plan.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada remains committed to the goal of achieving a comprehensive, just and lasting peace in the Middle East. This includes the creation of a Palestinian state living side by side in peace and security with Israel and ensuring Israel’s security within its own borders.

Global Affairs Canada2020-01-28T22:26:25-05:00