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In a critical stance on the escalating violence in Gaza, Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand has voiced opposition to Israel's expanded military operations. However, she has opted not to classify the situation as genocide at this juncture, preferring to await a ruling from the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Anand made her remarks ahead of her upcoming participation in the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, where the Middle East conflict is anticipated to be a focal point.

As Israel intensifies its military offensive to seize control of Gaza City from Hamas, a UN commission has controversially ruled that the actions amount to genocide, implicating high-ranking officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Anand acknowledged the dire circumstances facing Palestinians, characterizing them as "absolutely intolerable and unacceptable." She emphasized Canada’s commitment to advocating for an immediate ceasefire while the ICJ deliberates on the matter.

In domestic political news, Prime Minister Mark Carney faced scrutiny over government spending, with the interim parliamentary budget officer expressing doubts about the government's adherence to fiscal anchors. During a heated exchange with Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, Carney maintained that the government does have fiscal anchors guiding its budgeting process.

Additionally, Liberal caucus chair James Maloney has dismissed the proposed tunnel under Highway 401, described by Premier Doug Ford as a project deserving national interest status. Despite Ford’s optimism about federal support for expedited approval, Maloney's skepticism reflects broader concerns about feasibility and prioritization.

Meanwhile, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza escalates as Israeli troops and tanks push deeper into the city, with local health officials reporting a staggering death toll exceeding 65,000. The ongoing barrage of airstrikes has devastated communications, complicating rescue efforts for the besieged population.

In Europe, U.S. President Donald Trump basked in the ceremonial grandeur of a state visit to the UK, engaging in a mix of pageantry and solemn tribute at Queen Elizabeth II's tomb. Yet, the forthcoming discussions with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will shift focus to pressing political matters, underscoring the duality of diplomacy amid a backdrop of global tensions.

As the situation unfolds, the broader implications for both international relations and domestic governance remain significant, shaping the discourse within Canada's political landscape.