Canada Concerned About Gaza Strip – Foreign Minister

Canada is concerned about what will happen next in the Gaza Strip, Foreign Minister Melanie Joly has said on Wednesday, speaking after massive Israeli bombing ahead of a potential ground assault against Hamas.

“The humanitarian situation in Gaza was dire before this weekend, and this will only deteriorate the situation further,” Joly said.

“My heart breaks for the deaths we have seen. And I share the anxiety about what will happen next.”

Canada is urging all parties to respect international humanitarian law and grant access and will continue to support the humanitarian needs of Palestinian civilians, Joly said.

REUTERS