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Hezbollah Attack in Northern Israel Kills 12, Sparks Diplomatic Controversy Involving Canada and EU

Jul 28, 2024, 12:17 AM

A recent attack in Majdal Shams, northern Israel, resulted in 12 Israeli victims, reportedly murdered by the Iranian-backed Hezbollah terror organization. The incident has sparked criticism of international leaders and embassies for their failure to explicitly condemn Hezbollah in their statements. Canada's Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly, in particular, has faced backlash for not naming Hezbollah or acknowledging Israel as the target in her statement. Critics argue that omitting these details undermines the gravity of the situation and questions the motives behind such diplomatic language. The EU also faced criticism for its statement, and some have suggested that Trudeau's foreign minister's response may be influenced by riding politics.