Carney condemns Iran crackdown as protests near two-week mark
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As protests in Iran near the two-week mark, Canada condemns the crackdown. Mark Carney calls reports of violence and arrests “profoundly concerning” and urges for peaceful protest.
As protests in Iran near the two-week mark, Canada is condemning an intensifying crackdown by Iranian authorities.
In a post on X, Prime Minister Mark Carney condemned the Iranian regime for its actions in the face of widespread protests.
“The reports of violence, arbitrary arrests, and intimidation tactics by the Iranian regime against its own people are profoundly concerning,” the post read.
“Canada strongly condemns the killing of protesters and urges Iran to allow for freedom of expression and peaceful assembly without fear of reprisal,” it further said.
The federal government has also updated its travel advice, urging Canadians to avoid all travel to Iran due to ongoing nationwide demonstrations, heightened regional tensions, the risk of arbitrary detention and the unpredictable enforcement of local laws.
Canadians currently in Iran are being advised to leave the country if they can do so safely.
“Many airlines have suspended flights to and from Iran at this time, but there are overland crossing options,” the post reads. “Our ability to provide consular services in Iran is extremely limited.”
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