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2026-05-26 10:07:43
[Canadian Prime Minister Calls for Independent Inquiry into the Treatment of Civilians on the Global Resilience Flotilla to Gaza] Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke by phone with Israeli President Isaac Herzog on the 25th, calling for an independent investigation into the treatment of civilians aboard the "Global Resilience Flotilla" bound for Gaza. According to a press release from the Prime Minister's Office, Carney reiterated that the appalling treatment of civilians, including Canadian citizens, on the flotilla was unacceptable. He strongly condemned the remarks made by Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gwer, emphasizing that the protection of all civilians and the upholding of human dignity must be implemented at all times. Carney said the humanitarian situation in Gaza was "catastrophic" and called for the immediate restoration of unimpeded humanitarian aid access. He reiterated Canada's opposition to Israel's expansion of illegal settlements, violence in West Bank settlements, and violence against Palestinian civilians. Carney also stated that Canada firmly supports the "two-state solution," advocating for an independent, prosperous, and territorially complete Palestinian state that coexists peacefully and securely with Israel. (Xinhua)
