Mar 9 • 18:50 UTC 🇨🇦 Canada Global News

Canada ‘will not be participating’ in Iran war, defence minister says

Canadian Defence Minister David McGuinty confirmed that Canada will not participate in the war in Iran, following earlier statements from Prime Minister Mark Carney regarding potential military involvement.

On Monday, Canadian Defence Minister David McGuinty announced that Canada will not engage in the ongoing conflict in Iran. His statement comes after Prime Minister Mark Carney previously hinted that military involvement was a consideration. McGuinty reiterated that Canada has not been consulted on the military actions taken by Israel and the United States, affirming that Canada's position is clear and resolute: there will be no participation in the conflict.

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