Canada Sanctions Israeli Ministers Amid West Bank Violence Concerns

Canada Sanctions Two Israeli Ministers Over Anti-Palestinian Comments OTTAWA, ON - Canada has formally sanctioned two far-right Israeli ministers in response to statements deemed to incite violence against Palestinians in the West Bank. Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand made the announcement on Parliament Hill Tuesday, emphasizing that the measures are not intended to target the state of Israel. "The measures are not directed against the state of Israel itself," Anand stated, speaking to reporters. She explained that the decision was based on the ministers' comments, which she characterized as promoting extremist settler violence. Anand added, "It has to stop." The sanctioned ministers are members of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition government, though not from his own party. Their affiliation with far-right parties, however, contributed to the Canadian government's decision. This action underscores Canada's ongoing commitment to protecting human rights and denouncing incitement to violence in the region. The sanctions represent a significant diplomatic move, highlighting the international concern over escalating tensions in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.