Mark Carney says Canada cannot categorically rule out military participation in the Middle East, will stand by allies and defend Canadians when called upon, supports U.S. efforts to prevent Iran obtaining a nuclear weapon but will not directly join the conflict currently.→Carney says Canada cannot categorically rule out military participation in the Middle East, will stand by and defend Canadians and allies when called upon and when it makes sense, and supports U.S. action to prevent Iran obtaining nuclear weapons while not joining unconsulted strikes.
NewsMar 5, 2026