Ottawa, Canada – Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau affirmed that his country is not a party to the ongoing military buildup in the Middle East, emphasizing that Canadian forces are not playing any combat role in the current developments.
In official remarks, Trudeau stated that Canada’s involvement in the region is limited to training and advisory missions within internationally recognized frameworks. He stressed that “the government’s priority is protecting Canadian soldiers and ensuring their safety.”
He added that Ottawa is closely monitoring the situation in coordination with its allies. He called on all parties to de-escalate and avoid sliding into a wider confrontation that could threaten regional and international stability.
He noted that the Canadian government has issued security updates for its citizens in some countries in the region. He also indicated their readiness to take further measures if circumstances warrant.
The Canadian statements come amid escalating military tensions in the Middle East. This is occurring against a backdrop of the redeployment of international forces and warnings of potential repercussions for global security.
