Foreign Minister Anita Anand accuses Israel of using food as a political tool in Gaza. Calls for ceasefire and a two-state solution amid growing humanitarian crisis.
Anand’s Bold Accusation
Newly appointed Foreign Minister Anita Anand has accused Israel of using food as a political tool in its ongoing military operation in Gaza. In a statement on Wednesday, she condemned what she described as a deliberate strategy to deepen the humanitarian crisis in the Palestinian enclave.
“We cannot allow the continued use of food as a political tool,” Anand declared ahead of a cabinet meeting. She added, “Over 50,000 people have died as a result of the aggression against the Palestinians. Using food as a political tool is simply unacceptable.”
A Region on the Brink
The Gaza Strip has been under a complete blockade since early March. Israel intensified its military campaign against Hamas following the collapse of a fragile ceasefire. According to local health officials, more than 52,900 Palestinians have been killed in the recent escalation. International aid agencies warn that Gaza is now on the brink of famine, with thousands of families cut off from essential supplies.
The Struggle for a Ceasefire
Anand called for renewed efforts to secure a ceasefire, emphasizing Canada’s longstanding support for a two-state solution. “We need to continue to work towards a ceasefire. We need to ensure that we have a two-state solution, and Canada will continue to maintain that position,” she said. This call for peace comes amid mounting international pressure on Israel to ease the humanitarian crisis.
International Condemnation Grows
Global human rights organizations have echoed Anand’s concerns, accusing Israel of violating international humanitarian law by restricting food supplies to civilians. Many have called for an immediate end to the blockade, describing it as collective punishment against the people of Gaza.
Political Fallout
As the crisis deepens, the political ramifications are becoming more severe. Anand’s comments mark a significant escalation in Canada’s tone on the issue, potentially straining diplomatic ties with Israel. Western governments face growing pressure to address the humanitarian catastrophe, as images of suffering families and destroyed neighborhoods continue to flood global media.
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