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Canada Summons Israeli Ambassador, Bans Minister Over Gaza Flotilla

5/21/2026

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Ottawa announced it will summon the Israeli ambassador after Israeli forces intercepted a Gaza flotilla on May 19 and posted a video of tied activists.
Canada imposed asset freezes and a travel ban on National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir for repeated incitement of violence.
Prime Minister Mark Carney, in office since March 2025, called Israel's treatment “abominable” and has pushed Canada toward recognizing Palestinian statehood, straining ties with Israel.

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Ottawa announced it will summon the Israeli ambassador after Israeli forces intercepted a Gaza flotilla on May 19 and posted a video of tied activists.
Canada imposed asset freezes and a travel ban on National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir for repeated incitement of violence.
Prime Minister Mark Carney, in office since March 2025, called Israel's treatment “abominable” and has pushed Canada toward recognizing Palestinian statehood, straining ties with Israel.