Prime Minister Justin Trudeau convenes the Incident Response ...

Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau convened the Incident Response Group with ministers and senior officials to discuss the evolving situation in the Middle East, with a focus on the risk of further escalation along Israel’s northern border, which Hezbollah continues to bombard with rockets. The Government of Canada remains fully engaged on these issues and is focused on the safety and security of Canadians in the region.

Prime Minister Trudeau underscored the urgent need to avoid further escalation. The Prime Minister and ministers considered the latest developments, ongoing efforts to support de-escalation, and Canada’s state of readiness to respond to potential scenarios. The Prime Minister and ministers emphasized the urgent need for Canadians to leave Lebanon while commercial options for travel are available, as assisted departures or evacuations cannot be guaranteed in the event of further escalation. They underscored the importance that Canadians ensure their travel documents, including those of their spouse and dependent children, are always up to date and secure.