But the statement will do little to quell the growing unease in Canada about Israel’s military response to Hamas’ deadly October 7 attack. Now, however, Israel’s bombs and missiles have killed more children in Gaza than all of the people Hamas murdered on October 7. Many, especially in the US, still unequivocally support Israel’s right to defend itself. “The targeted killing of more than 1400 innocent civilians, including children and elderly, and the gruesome images of what was done to them, are horrifying. Most Canadians hope discussion of this crisis can be a search for solutions, not an opportunity for partisan gains.

Source: CBC News October 23, 2023 16:15 UTC