Carney says he supports Iran strikes 'with regret'
The prime minister said Canada has long supported "neutralising this grave global threat" that Iran poses, but called for a de-escalation of hostilities.
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The prime minister said Canada has long supported "neutralising this grave global threat" that Iran poses, but called for a de-escalation of hostilities.
Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that Canada's support for U.S. strikes on Iran was given 'with regret' due to concerns over the decline of the rules-based international order and potential violations of international law.
Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed support for U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran 'with regret,' calling for rapid de-escalation and highlighting divisions within the Liberal Party over the issue.
Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed 'regret' after supporting U.S. strikes on Iran, citing concerns over the decline of the rules-based international order and potential violations of international law.
Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed support for U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, stating it was necessary to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, but emphasized this support was given 'with regret' due to the failure of international order.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney called for rapid de-escalation in the Middle East, expressing support for the strikes on Iran 'with regret' and highlighting the failure of the international order.
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