"Canada reaffirms support for humanitarian truce, calls for international cooperation"
Canada has clarified its stance on a "humanitarian truce" in the Israel-Hamas war, three days after abstaining from a UN resolution calling for one. Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly emphasized the need for an agreement from all parties to ensure the safe evacuation of foreign nationals, the release of hostages, and the provision of essential supplies to Gaza. The shift in Canada's position comes amid criticism of its support for Israel and reluctance to call for an immediate ceasefire. Joly's speech also outlined Canada's foreign policy principles of defending sovereignty and engaging in pragmatic diplomacy to mediate international conflicts.