Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand stated that Canada and its allies are exploring options to push for a ceasefire in Gaza and increase humanitarian aid, following a meeting with British Foreign Secretary David Lammy in London. She reiterated support for a two-state solution and called for the release of hostages by Hamas. Anand also discussed economic relations with Britain, U.S. tariffs, and defended Prime Minister Mark Carney's invitation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the G7 meeting amidst strained Canada-India relations over the Hardeep Singh Nijjar murder investigation.
Anand insists Canada is mulling options with allies for ceasefire in Gaza and more aid
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand stated that Canada and its allies are exploring options to push for a ceasefire in Gaza and increase humanitarian aid, following a meeting with British Foreign Secretary David Lammy in London. She reiterated support for a two-state solution and called for the release of hostages by Hamas. Anand also discussed economic relations with Britain, U.S. tariffs, and defended Prime Minister Mark Carney's invitation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the G7 meeting amidst strained Canada-India relations over the Hardeep Singh Nijjar murder investigation.
Trending- 1 Oct. 7, 2023: Hamas attack.
- 2 2023: Hardeep Singh Nijjar was shot and killed in Surrey, B.C.
- 3 Last month (May 2025): Canada, Britain, and France released a joint statement condemning Israel's military operation in Gaza.
- 4 Friday: Foreign Minister Anita Anand met with British Foreign Secretary David Lammy in London.
- 5 Friday: The Elders released an open letter to Mark Carney and Keir Starmer urging recognition of Palestine.
- 6 This month: G7 meeting to be held in Alberta, with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi invited.
- Continued diplomatic efforts for Gaza ceasefire and aid.
- Ongoing discussions on U.S. tariffs.
- Strained Canada-India relations persist.
- RCMP investigation into Nijjar's murder continues.
What: Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand discussed options with allies for a Gaza ceasefire and increased aid, economic relations with Britain, U.S. tariffs, and defended inviting Indian PM Modi to G7.
When: Friday (meeting in London, Elders' letter released), last month (Canada, Britain, France joint statement), Oct. 7, 2023 (Hamas attack), 2023 (Nijjar's murder), this month (G7 meeting).
Where: London (meeting), Gaza, Israel, United States, Britain, India, Surrey (B.C.), Alberta (G7 meeting).
Why: To address the ongoing conflict in Gaza, increase humanitarian aid, ensure regional security, leverage diplomatic relationships for Canadian economy, and manage strained international relations.
How: Through diplomatic discussions with counterparts (David Lammy), joint statements, and participation in international forums like the G7.