ALBAWABA- Canada has officially summoned the Israeli ambassador to express grave concerns and demand accountability following an incident in which Israeli forces opened fire near a diplomatic delegation visiting the Jenin refugee camp in the occupied West Bank.
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand confirmed that four Canadian personnel were part of the delegation targeted during the visit. “Relieved to know our team is safe,” Anand wrote on X. “I have asked my officials to summon Israel’s Ambassador to convey Canada’s serious concerns. We expect a full investigation and accountability.”
The diplomatic delegation, which included representatives from the EU, Arab, and Asian nations, came under fire while assessing the humanitarian situation in Jenin, a region that has witnessed intensified Israeli military operations over the past four months.
Though no injuries were reported, the incident sparked global condemnation and heightened scrutiny of Israel’s actions in the occupied territories.
The incident came just a day after Canada joined France and the UK in a joint declaration signaling their readiness to recognize a Palestinian state as part of a comprehensive peace agreement.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney posted a strongly worded statement alongside UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron, condemning Israel’s expanding military campaign in Gaza and the West Bank.
In the joint statement, the three leaders described the humanitarian situation in Gaza as “intolerable” and denounced Israel’s denial of aid access, warning that such actions risk breaching international humanitarian law.
They also condemned recent remarks by Israeli officials suggesting the potential forced displacement of Gazan civilians, calling it a violation of international norms.
“We will not stand by while the Netanyahu government pursues these egregious actions,” the leaders stated. “If Israel does not cease the renewed military offensive and lift its restrictions on humanitarian aid, we will take further concrete actions in response, including targeted sanctions.”
The leaders reaffirmed their support for a two-state solution and backed ongoing ceasefire efforts led by the U.S., Qatar, and Egypt. They emphasized that a ceasefire, the release of hostages, and a long-term political framework are the only viable paths to peace.
