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Canada Proposes G7 Strategy to De-escalate Iran Conflict

3/20/2026

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Canada seeks a Group of Seven (G7) and Middle East strategy to de-escalate the Iran war, under Anita Anand, Canada's Foreign Minister.
In talks with United Kingdom (UK) and Turkish officials, Anand calls for efforts to address collateral impacts.
Anand drafted a "document of principles" to reduce tensions and engage directly with affected countries.
Canada, not involved in US-Israeli actions, condemned Iran's retaliatory strikes and called for addressing oil disruptions.

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Story summary

Canada seeks a Group of Seven (G7) and Middle East strategy to de-escalate the Iran war, under Anita Anand, Canada's Foreign Minister.
In talks with United Kingdom (UK) and Turkish officials, Anand calls for efforts to address collateral impacts.
Anand drafted a "document of principles" to reduce tensions and engage directly with affected countries.
Canada, not involved in US-Israeli actions, condemned Iran's retaliatory strikes and called for addressing oil disruptions.