OTTAWA – Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that Canada will officially recognize the State of Palestine at the United Nations General Assembly meeting in September. This major decision comes amid growing international criticism of Israel’s actions in Gaza and increasing humanitarian concerns.
Speaking at a press conference alongside Foreign Minister Anita Anand, Carney said the recognition aims to pressure Israel to stop its military actions in Gaza. He condemned the unfolding humanitarian disaster and emphasized that the vision of a future Palestinian state is rapidly disappearing due to starvation and destruction in the region.
Carney added that Canada’s decision is based partly on promises from the Palestinian Authority to reform its governance system and hold national elections in 2026. He made it clear that Hamas will not be allowed to participate in these elections, ensuring that democratic values are respected.
Netanyahu is a disgusting liar.
Children are starving to death.
The United States cannot continue to supply his racist government with hundreds of millions of dollars in military aid that is used to kill innocent people.
— Bernie Sanders (@BernieSanders) July 30, 2025
Meanwhile, the United States and Israel have strongly rejected Canada’s move. Israeli officials called the decision harmful to ceasefire efforts and accused Canada of encouraging Hamas. A White House spokesperson also criticized the recognition, calling it a “reward for Hamas.”
On the same day, the U.S. Senate rejected two resolutions aimed at blocking arms sales to Israel. The proposals, introduced by Senator Bernie Sanders, sought to stop the delivery of $675 million in bombs and 20,000 assault rifles. Although both measures failed, they gained more support than previous attempts.
In Gaza, the humanitarian crisis worsens daily. The local health ministry reported seven more hunger-related deaths, including a two-year-old girl. Aid groups say food deliveries have increased slightly due to temporary pauses in military operations, but the amount remains far from sufficient to meet the desperate need.