Canadian Prime Minister Recognizes Iran as Global Threat, Urges Adherence to International Law

Donald Trump had previously issued an ultimatum on social media, stating that if an agreement on reopening the Strait of Hormuz was not reached, "a civilization will perish tonight, never to return." Just before the ultimatum expired, Trump announced on social media that he had agreed to a two-week pause in bombing and attacks on Iran, provided that the Strait of Hormuz was fully, immediately, and safely opened. According to a report by the Globe and Mail, when asked about Trump's remarks today, Carney urged all parties involved in the Iran war to comply with international law, particularly not to attack civilians or civilian infrastructure. He emphasized: "We urge all belligerents to fulfill these responsibilities." Carney did not directly mention Trump or the United States. He also reiterated Canada's view that the Iranian regime poses a threat to global security. In the early stages of the conflict, Canada had supported military strikes against Iran, citing the prevention of nuclear weapons acquisition. However, days later, Carney described this support as "regrettable" and viewed the conflict as "another example of the failure of international order." He pointed out that Iran has long ignored UN Security Council resolutions, and the United States and Israel did not adequately consult allies before launching attacks. Furthermore, for Iranians living in Canada, they struggle between "overthrowing tyranny" and "destroying their homeland." They hope for democracy and human rights in Iran but fear the death and disaster brought by war. The Canadian Press reported that Foad Farhani, who lives in the Toronto area, described receiving a call from his wife while driving to work, who was in tears after reading Trump's "civilization will perish" post. Farhani's parents are still trapped in Iran, and he directly stated that Trump's threats to destroy public facilities such as power plants and roads constitute "war crimes." Another Iranian-Canadian, Aitak Sorahi, said that Trump's posts caused her so much stress that she tried to avoid checking social media. CBC News reported that more than a month into the war, Iranian-Canadian Saeid Ghavami had only spoken to his siblings in Iran three times, each for only two minutes. He stated that although he is extremely worried about the safety of his relatives, his family is willing to endure the war, hoping to see the current regime fall. He believes that if the war ends hastily, it will allow the existing regime to rearm and become even more threatening in the future. "They will come back with hatred and become even more dangerous." (Edited by Chou Yung-chieh) 1150408